Creamy Tortellini Alfredo with Chicken Recipe
This creamy chicken tortellini is the perfect comforting meal, featuring tender chicken, a rich and flavorful sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan, all tossed with cheese tortellini and spinach.
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast tenderloins cut into bite-sized pieces
Seasoning for Chicken:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- For Cooking the Chicken:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups baby spinach chopped
- 3 cups cheese tortellini cooked according to package instructions
Instructions
Prepare and Season Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Sprinkle the spice mix over the chicken pieces and toss until evenly coated.
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the hot oil, spreading it into a single layer.
- Cook for about 6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until both sides are browned and the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
- Reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter in the same pan.
- Add the sliced sun-dried tomatoes and minced garlic, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to deglaze the pan and incorporate the browned bits for extra flavor.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
Add Parmesan and Simmer:
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and let the sauce simmer for 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld.
Combine and Cook:
- Add the cooked chicken, chopped baby spinach, and cooked cheese tortellini to the sauce.
- Gently mix everything together, ensuring the tortellini and chicken are well-coated in the sauce.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let it cook on low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Serve:
- Once the sauce has thickened and everything is heated through, remove from heat.
- Serve hot and enjoy this creamy, comforting dish!
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Notes
This Creamy Chicken Tortellini recipe is a simple, one-pan dish perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving comfort food. With tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a rich, flavorful sauce, it’s a crowd-pleaser that comes together in just 35 minutes. Customize it with your favorite veggies or herbs for a personal twist!