Description
Creamy chicken tortellini alfredo brings Italian comfort to your dinner table. Rich parmesan sauce and tender chicken make this classic pasta dish a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 12 ounces (340 grams) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Fats and Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil tortellini in salted water for 3-4 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté in olive oil at medium-high heat until golden brown and thoroughly cooked, approximately 6-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, keeping warm.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium and melt butter, adding minced garlic and cooking until aromatic, about 30-45 seconds.
- Gradually pour heavy cream into the skillet, bringing to a gentle simmer and whisking continuously.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese into the cream sauce, stirring until completely melted and smooth. Optional: sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg for enhanced flavor.
- Reintroduce cooked chicken and tortellini into the creamy sauce, gently tossing to ensure complete and even coating.
- Transfer to serving plates immediately, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Perfectly sear chicken by patting it dry before cooking to ensure a golden, crispy exterior without steaming.
- Create a smoother Alfredo sauce by gradually whisking Parmesan cheese to prevent clumping and achieve a silky texture.
- Customize the dish for dietary needs by substituting heavy cream with low-fat milk or plant-based alternatives like coconut cream.
- Enhance flavor depth by adding a splash of white wine or a pinch of red pepper flakes during sauce preparation for extra complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg