Name: Creamy Chicken Tortellini In Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 package of cheese tortellini (about 9 oz); 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup heavy cream; 3/4 cup chicken broth; 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (for garnish); 1/4 cup fresh spinach, chopped (optional); In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook for about 7-8 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.; In the same skillet, melt butter, then add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.; Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any flavorful browned bits.; Add the heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.; Stir in the Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes.; While the sauce is simmering, cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.; Return the chicken and cooked tortellini to the skillet. Toss everything together until well-coated in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.; Add fresh spinach (if using) and let it wilt in the sauce.; Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.; Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes; Kcal: 750 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

Creamy Chicken Tortellini That’s Basically a Hug in a Bowl

Ever had one of those days where you just wanna dive face-first into a bowl of comfort? Like, life is chaotic, and you need something that’ll make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside? 👀 Well, buckle up, because this creamy chicken tortellini in garlic parmesan sauce is gonna be your new best friend. Seriously, it’s like a cozy sweater for your taste buds.

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

Okay, let’s unpack the magic behind this dish! So, I was at the grocery store the other day, and I stumbled upon these adorable little tortellinis. I mean, I *had* to get them. Right? I grabbed chicken breast, a block of parmesan (freshly grated is the way to go, trust me), and then, oh man, the garlic! Like, I could practically smell the goodness, so I grabbed a whole bulb. Let’s be real — it’s garlic, no such thing as too much, right?

And sun-dried tomatoes?! Yes. In my cart they went. I mean, if you’re not adding a little zing, what are we even doing? You’ll also need some cream (heavy cream, don’t skimp), butter, Italian seasoning (my fave), and maybe a pinch of red pepper flakes if you wanna spice things up. And basil. Fresh basil makes everything fancy! 🌿

So here’s the thing — this recipe became a staple because of one specific night. I was feeling kinda down, ya know? Work was a hot mess, and I needed comfort. So, I whipped this up on a whim. One bite and I could feel the stress melt away. Like, seriously. The creamy sauce enveloping each tortellini? It was like a warm hug from a mom who knows you’ve had a rough day. Now, I make it every time I need a pick-me-up.

Okay, so here’s the kicker that changes everything: **sauté the garlic until it’s *just* fragrant. You don’t wanna burn it — that’s a no-go. The moment it starts to smell heavenly, that’s when you know you’re ready to add in the chicken broth. Trust me, this little trick elevates the whole vibe of the dish!

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips):

1. Watch the garlic! Seriously. Like I said, it can go from hero to villain in seconds.
2. Don’t overcook the chicken. Juicy pieces are what you want, not dry little nuggets.
3. Salt and pepper are your friends! Taste as you go.
4. When you’re tossing everything together, don’t be shy with the sauce. Get every tortellini coated! It’s a party in there.

Alright, after you’ve made this glorious dish, you might be wondering how to keep leftovers (if there are any 😂). So, here’s the scoop: let it cool down to room temp, pop it in an airtight container, and it’ll chill in the fridge for about 3 days. Reheat gently — nobody wants sad, dried-out tortellini. Maybe a splash of chicken broth while you’re at it?

If you liked this, you’ll probably like these too:
– My One-Pan Pesto Chicken Pasta — it’s so easy and full of flavor!
– Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells — you know, just a cheesy love fest.
– And don’t get me started on Garlic Butter Shrimp** — like, you’ll be dreaming about it.

So, what’s your go-to comfort food? I’m always looking for ideas! Let’s chat! 🥰

Creamy Chicken Tortellini In Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Flavor-packed Creamy Chicken Tortellini In Garlic Parmesan Sauce with amazing ingredients and incredible taste! Perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
10 minutes

Cook Time

Total Time
30 minutes

Category: Dinner

Yield: 4 servings servings

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 package of cheese tortellini (about 9 oz)

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons butter

1 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup chicken broth

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup cream cheese, softened

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

1/4 cup fresh spinach, chopped (optional)

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook for about 7-8 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, melt butter, then add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any flavorful browned bits.

Add the heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes.

While the sauce is simmering, cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Return the chicken and cooked tortellini to the skillet. Toss everything together until well-coated in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add fresh spinach (if using) and let it wilt in the sauce.

Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

Kcal: 750 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

Instructions

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook for about 7-8 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.