Description

One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini is a delightful meal that combines tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a rich, buttery garlic sauce. This dish is not only bursting with flavor but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The creamy sauce, spiced with red pepper flakes and finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, creates a comforting dining experience that everyone will love. Plus, being a one-pot wonder means effortless cleanup—allowing you more time to enjoy your delicious creation.

Ingredients

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1 lb chicken breast or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
4 tbsp butter
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups fresh cheese tortellini
Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)

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Instructions

Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through (6–8 minutes). Remove from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, melt the remaining butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in crushed red pepper flakes.
Pour in chicken broth while scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
Add fresh tortellini and cook for 4–6 minutes until tender.
Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Cook together for an additional 2–3 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 570
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 125mg