One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini
Indulge in the comforting flavors of One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini, a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy tortellini, and a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe is easy to prepare and requires minimal cleanup—cooked all in one pot! With just 30 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that pleases the whole family. The spicy kick from red pepper flakes adds an irresistible twist to the buttery sauce, making every bite memorable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs
- 2 cups fresh cheese tortellini
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sauté seasoned chicken in a large pot with melted butter until browned and cooked through (6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add more butter if needed and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds; stir in crushed red pepper flakes.
- Deglaze with chicken broth and then stir in heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add tortellini and cook for 4–6 minutes until tender.
- Return chicken to the pot, mix in Parmesan cheese, and heat for another 2–3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 685
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 140mg