One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini
One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy tortellini, and a rich garlic butter sauce infused with a touch of heat. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe impresses with its bold flavors and minimal cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that’s sure to win over family and friends. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or pasta shapes to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups fresh cheese tortellini
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned (6–8 minutes). Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add more butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the tortellini and cook for 4–6 minutes until tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted. Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg