One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini
A quick and comforting one-pot meal featuring chicken, cheese tortellini, and a flavorful garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups tortellini Your choice of cheese or meat; cheese preferred
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced Lean, protein-packed goodness
- 4 tablespoons butter Essential for flavor
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Heart of the dish
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes For that spicy zing
- 1 cup chicken broth To ensure everything's lovely and moist
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Adds creaminess
- to taste Salt and pepper Always season to your liking
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For color and flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned through, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add tortellini and stir gently. Cook according to package instructions, usually 5-7 minutes, until tender.
- Remove from heat, mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Adjust salt and pepper as needed, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream before mixing in the cheese. You can also sneak in vegetables like spinach or kale for added nutrition.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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