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Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Tortellini Recipe

Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Tortellini Recipe
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This Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Tortellini recipe is a delicious and comforting one-pot meal featuring tender cheese tortellini, juicy chicken, and vibrant broccoli all enveloped in a luscious garlic-infused creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it combines ease and rich flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen broccoli florets
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked, cubed chicken
  • 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini or tortelloni
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat garlic and olive oil: Add minced garlic and olive oil to a large pot or wok-style pan. Cook over high heat for 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant but does not brown. Stir frequently and do not walk away to prevent burning.
  2. Cook broccoli: Add the frozen broccoli florets to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing them to thaw and start to soften while blending their flavor with the garlic oil.
  3. Add liquids and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook the mixture until it starts to simmer, about 3 minutes. This creates the creamy sauce base for the dish.
  4. Cook chicken and tortellini: Stir in the cooked, cubed chicken and refrigerated cheese tortellini. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the tortellini are tender and fully cooked, and the chicken is heated through.
  5. Finish with cheese and seasoning: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese to the creamy sauce. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix well and serve immediately while hot and creamy.

Notes

  • Use fresh or refrigerated tortellini for best texture; frozen tortellini may increase cooking time.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
  • If chicken is uncooked, cook it separately before adding or sauté in the pan first.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, if desired.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese imparts better flavor and texture than pre-grated varieties.

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Keywords: creamy garlic chicken tortellini, chicken broccoli pasta, one pot tortellini, easy creamy pasta, garlic chicken recipe

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