Description
This One Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini is everything you could ask for in a quick dinner recipe: creamy, savory, and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 package (10-12 oz) cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by seasoning the sliced chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add the unsalted butter. As the butter melts, introduce the minced garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping the bottom of the skillet to catch any delicious browned bits left from the chicken.
- Next, stir in the cheese tortellini. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Finally, return the seared chicken to the skillet and stir in the fresh baby spinach.
- Garnish your creation with extra parmesan cheese, freshly cracked black pepper, and optional fresh basil for a bright finish.
Notes
This dish encourages you to gather around the table and savor every bite. If you try this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out for you!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 630 kcal
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Protein: 40 g