One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini
A delicious and easy one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, creamy tortellini, and a flavorful garlic butter sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups tortellini Use any type available.
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Pre-minced garlic can be used.
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Can substitute with mozzarella or feta.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add tortellini and enough water or broth to cover everything. Bring to a boil and cook according to package instructions (usually 3-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Use an air fryer or oven to reheat for best results.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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