Description
Homemade chicken tortellini alfredo brings classic Italian comfort directly to kitchen tables. Rich cream sauce and tender pasta combine with succulent chicken for a satisfying meal you will savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cheese tortellini
- 2 cups cooked chicken
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Boil tortellini in salted water according to package directions until al dente, then drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium temperature, melting butter until it becomes golden and foamy.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for 30-45 seconds until aromatic and lightly golden.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, allowing it to gently simmer and slightly thicken while stirring periodically.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese gradually, whisking continuously to create a smooth, creamy consistency without lumps.
- Season the Alfredo sauce with Italian seasoning, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting flavors to taste.
- Introduce pre-cooked chicken and prepared tortellini into the skillet, gently folding to ensure complete sauce coverage.
- Allow the mixture to heat through for 2-3 minutes, ensuring all components are warmed and well integrated.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a vibrant garnish and added freshness.
Notes
- Skip pre-cooked chicken and grill fresh chicken breasts for deeper flavor complexity and juicier meat texture.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-packaged for richer, more authentic taste and smoother sauce consistency.
- Consider substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for lighter, less calorie-dense version without compromising creamy texture.
- Customize this dish for vegetarian diets by replacing chicken with roasted vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and mushrooms for added nutritional variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 752 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 56 g
- Saturated Fat: 32 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg