Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Recipe You’ll Crave Tonight
A creamy, cheesy, and satisfying Chicken Alfredo Tortellini recipe that’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. This family-friendly dish combines tender cheese tortellini, juicy chicken, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cheese tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed or sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken and sear until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until the sauce is creamy and thickened.
- Add the drained tortellini and cooked chicken into the sauce. Stir until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley, black pepper, and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
- Adjust cream and cheese amounts for desired sauce thickness.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stove.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 135mg