Description
One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy tortellini, and a rich garlic butter sauce—all made in one pot for easy cleanup. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners, delivering a comforting meal that balances bold flavors with simplicity. The heat from the crushed red pepper flakes enhances the buttery sauce, while Parmesan cheese adds a savory finish. With just 30 minutes of cooking time, you can serve up this irresistible dish that will satisfy everyone at the table.
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 2 tbsp of butter over medium-high heat and cook chicken until browned (6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Stir in crushed red pepper flakes.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add tortellini and cook for 4–6 minutes until tender.
- Return the chicken to the pot and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1.5 cups (350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg