Description
This Easy Creamy Velveeta Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce One-Pot Dinner is flavorful and quick!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- To kick off the cooking process, season the chicken breasts generously with salt and black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the chicken in the skillet, and sear it on both sides until golden, which should take about 6–7 minutes per side. This step locks in the juices and gives the chicken a beautiful color. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and allow it to rest; this will help keep it tender and juicy.
- Next, you’ll want to lower the heat to medium before adding the butter to the same skillet you cooked the chicken in. This allows you to capitalize on all those delicious flavors left in the pan. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic. Sauté it for about 30 seconds until fragrant—this step is key to infusing the sauce with rich garlic flavor. Be cautious not to burn it, as burnt garlic can turn bitter.
- Once your garlic is fragrant, it’s time to pour in the heavy cream. Let it come to a gentle simmer while stirring to combine. After a minute or so, add the cubed Velveeta cheese. Stir it well until the cheese fully melts and creates a smooth, creamy consistency. Following that, incorporate the shredded mozzarella cheese until it melts into the sauce. This cheesy mixture is what transforms your simple meal into something extraordinary.
- Now that you have your luscious garlic cheese sauce ready, add the cheese tortellini directly to the skillet. Allow them to cook for about 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The tortellini should become tender and beautifully coated with that creamy sauce. This one-pot convenience is one of the best features of this recipe, as it allows the flavors to merge seamlessly.
- After your tortellini is perfectly cooked, slice the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the skillet. Stir everything to combine, or you can arrange the chicken slices neatly on top for a beautiful presentation. To finish it off, sprinkle chopped parsley for a pop of color and, if you like a bit of heat, add the optional red pepper flakes. Serve it hot and enjoy the rich, cheesy goodness!
Notes
Ensure that the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety. If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer for a few minutes longer without the tortellini.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 670 per serving
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Protein: 38 g