Description
Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Veggies is a comforting and delicious meal that combines tender tortellini filled with savory chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, offering a delightful experience that will leave everyone wanting more. Enjoy a bowl of this heartwarming goodness that’s quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen tortellini
- 2 cups mixed veggies (bell peppers, spinach, broccoli)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breasts and cook until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add mixed veggies and cook for three to four minutes until tender-crisp.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously until it bubbles gently.
- Add chicken broth and simmer for five minutes.
- Mix in tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about three to five minutes).
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg