Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Chicken and Broccoli
Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Chicken and Broccoli is a quick and delicious one-pan meal that brings together tender cheese tortellini, juicy chicken, and vibrant broccoli in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights and sure to impress your family or guests with its rich flavor and easy preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and boil salted water in a large pot for the tortellini.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook seasoned chicken breasts for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and broccoli florets for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Cook the Tortellini: Add cheese tortellini to boiling water and cook according to package instructions until they float (about 2-5 minutes).
- Create the Sauce: Reduce heat in the skillet to low, pour in heavy cream and add grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
- Combine Everything: Add sliced chicken and cooked tortellini to the skillet with sauce, tossing gently until well-coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1/4 of total recipe)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg