Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini with Spinach in Creamy Sauce. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach in a luscious cream sauce.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Pasta:
- 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet, season chicken, and cook until golden. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, then add cream and broth. Stir in cheeses until smooth.
- Cook the Pasta: Add tortellini to the sauce and cook as per package instructions. Add chicken back in.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in spinach until wilted. Simmer briefly. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter option, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Rotisserie chicken can be a time-saving alternative.
- Best served immediately; reheat gently with a splash of milk or broth if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
