Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Alfredo Tortellini is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender tortellini and succulent chicken in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at special occasions. With every bite, you’ll experience the delightful blend of buttery goodness, savory chicken, and aromatic garlic that will leave your taste buds wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh cheese-filled tortellini
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously. Bring to a gentle simmer before adding Parmesan cheese; stir until melted and smooth (3-5 minutes).
- Add cooked tortellini to the sauce and gently fold until coated.
- Slice rested chicken into strips and return to the pan with tortellini. Mix well to combine.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve hot garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg