Description
Juicy garlic butter chicken bites paired with tender tortellini coated in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce. This one-pan wonder is fast, flavorful, and full of indulgent comfort.
Ingredients
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: 2, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Garlic Powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Unsalted Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Fresh Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini: 9 ounces
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Parmesan Cheese: 1 cup, freshly grated
- Italian Seasoning: 1 teaspoon
- Parsley (optional): 2 tablespoons, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and a saucepan of salted water over high heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In the hot skillet, add olive oil. Once shimmering, add chicken in a single layer. Sear for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet, then stir in minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook to Perfection: Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
- Finishing Touches: To the garlic butter, pour in heavy cream, stir in Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Simmer until thickened, then add cooked tortellini and toss to coat. If too thick, add reserved pasta water. Return chicken to skillet and stir gently.
- Serve and Enjoy: Sprinkle with parsley and extra Parmesan. Plate hot and savor every creamy, garlicky bite.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for smooth melting.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken.
- Add a splash of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: garlic butter chicken, creamy Alfredo, chicken tortellini, one pan dinner, pasta with chicken