Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Chicken & Broccoli is a hearty one-pan dinner made with tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and crisp broccoli in a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce. This easy tortellini recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 (9–12 oz) package refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add tortellini and cook according to package directions (6–8 minutes).
- In the last 3 minutes of cooking, stir in broccoli and cook until bright green and tender.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer gently until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat everything in the sauce. Add Italian seasoning or red pepper flakes if using.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use frozen tortellini—just add an extra 1–2 minutes to the cooking time.
- Swap chicken for cooked sausage or shrimp for variation.
- Spinach can replace broccoli—stir in at the end until wilted.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of cream.
- Reheat with a splash of broth or cream to restore creaminess.
