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Vibrant dish featuring golden-brown chicken pieces coated in spicy garlic butter sauce, nestled around tender cheese tortellini, garnished with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes on a rustic white plate.

Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini One-Pot Meal

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A flavorful, spicy garlic butter chicken tortellini cooked in a single pot for a quick, satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 12 oz cheese tortellini
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken cubes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add heavy cream and butter; stir until well combined.
  6. Mix in tortellini and cook until tender, about 8 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • You can add spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra freshness and color.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 550 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg