Description
This one-pan pasta dish combines cheese-filled tortellini, tender chicken, and broccoli in a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce—ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb cheese tortellini (fresh, frozen, or shelf‑stable)
2 cooked chicken breasts, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream (or half‑and‑half for lighter version)
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
(Tip: prep time includes steaming broccoli and slicing chicken)
Instructions
Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Make Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine: Add cooked tortellini, sliced chicken, and steamed broccoli. Toss gently to coat—all in one pan.
Finish Cooking: Cook 2–3 more minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce clings to the ingredients.
Serve: Plate hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Protein swap: Use Italian sausage, shrimp, or mushrooms.
Veggie swap: Substitute broccoli with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or peas.
Lighter sauce: Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Spice it up: Add red pepper flakes for heat.
Herb boost: Stir in fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner • Pasta
- Method: Skillet / One‑Pan
- Cuisine: Italian‑Inspired
