Chicken Tortellini Alfredo
"Try Chicken Tortellini Alfredo—a quick and delicious dish with tender tortellini, succulent chicken, and creamy Alfredo sauce. A delightful meal in no time!"
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 Cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 18 to 20 Ounces Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini
- ⅔ Cup Heavy Cream
- 4 Ounces Cream Cheese Softened and Cut into Cubes
- 2 Cups Shredded Rotisserie Chicken
- Pinch of Freshly Grated Nutmeg or ⅛ Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- Chopped Fresh Parsley for Garnish
- Fresh Basil Leaves for Garnish
Instructions
- Cook tortellini in a large pot of salted water according to package directions. Drain.
- In a large skillet or saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
- Whisk in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, allowing it to simmer for approximately 3 minutes to reduce and slightly thicken.
- Gradually whisk in softened cream cheese, continuing until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Season the sauce with a pinch of nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted into the sauce.
- Add shredded rotisserie chicken to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes or until heated through.
- Introduce the cooked tortellini to the skillet, gently tossing to coat it with the sauce. Cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and fresh basil leaves, then serve.
Notes
Explore different options for tortellini by trying various refrigerated varieties beyond cheese-filled.
Enhance the dish by mixing in vegetables such as baby spinach leaves or frozen peas into the sauce.
For added protein, incorporate precooked chicken into the dish. You can use rotisserie chicken or repurpose cooked leftovers from chicken breasts or thighs.
When storing leftovers, keep them in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave, covered, in 1-minute intervals, stirring after each minute for optimal results.