One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini
Discover the delightful flavors of One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini, a dish that perfectly marries tender chicken with a creamy garlic butter sauce and soft tortellini—all cooked in just one pot! This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering comfort and satisfaction in every bite. With the subtle heat from crushed red pepper flakes and the richness of Parmesan cheese, it’s a meal that’s sure to please everyone at your table. Minimal cleanup means you can spend more time enjoying your meal and less time in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- 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 (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large pot, melt half the butter over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned (6–8 mins); remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Stir in crushed red pepper flakes.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any bits stuck to the pot. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add tortellini; cook for 4–6 minutes until tender.
- Return chicken to pot; stir in Parmesan until melted and creamy. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg