Description
There’s nothing quite like a warm, creamy pasta dish to bring comfort and satisfaction to your table. Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Chicken & Broccoli is a hearty, indulgent meal that’s bursting with rich flavors. The combination of cheese-filled tortellini, tender chicken, and fresh broccoli, all coated in a luxurious Parmesan cream sauce, makes this a dish that is both elegant and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth (plus extra if needed)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups broccoli florets (steamed or cooked)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using).
- Cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2. Prepare the Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
- Add red pepper flakes if using.
3. Combine & Serve
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions, then drain.
- Stir in the cooked tortellini, chicken, and steamed broccoli into the sauce.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, adding extra chicken broth if needed for consistency.
4. Garnish & Enjoy
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
This creamy garlic Parmesan tortellini with chicken and broccoli is a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for weeknights. It combines rich flavors with a smooth, cheesy sauce that coats the tender pasta and chicken beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately ¼ of the total dish)
- Calories: ~580 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg