Cheese tortellini is always a good idea. It tastes pretty darn good on its own, but spruce it up with a creamy Alfredo sauce and freshly cooked chicken breast and mamma mia! You’ve got a swoon-worthy dinner. Best of all, it’s super easy. Cook your chicken, make the sauce in the same pan, and toss everything together. Simple, elegant, and delicious! 🤩 That’s not to say you can’t use leftover chicken and jarred Alfredo sauce. But making everything you can fresh is best. And Alfredo sauce is just as easy as cooking chicken breast.
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Chicken Tortellini Alfredo
Prep the Parts
Cook the tortelloni until al dente according to package instructions. (Photo 1) Drain the pasta, reserve 2 cups of water, and set aside. Season Chicken – Season chicken in a medium bowl with salt and pepper. Add Italian seasoning for extra flavor if desired. (Photo 2) Cook Chicken – Heat olive oil over medium. Add sliced chicken and saute until browned and cooked through, 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside. (Photo 3)
Make Alfredo Sauce
Saute – In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then add flour and cook for about a minute. Add the minced garlic and continue cooking for another minute. (Photos 4-6) Alfredo Sauce – Gradually pour in the chicken stock, followed by heavy cream, stirring continuously until it thickens slightly. (Photo 7) Cheese – Lower the heat, and add grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the Parmesan melts and the sauce thickens. Adjust seasonings to taste with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. (Photo 8)
Assembly
Assemble – Add the tortellini and chicken to the sauce and toss to combine. Adjust the sauce’s consistency with more liquid if desired. (Photo 9) Optionally, add the peas and heat through. (Photo 10) Serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley.
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
Feel free to make the chicken and tortellini ahead. You can freeze both in an airtight container for up to 3 months and thaw the night before you’re ready to use. While you can freeze Alfredo sauce, the texture and looks are better if you make it the day of. Alternatively, make it the day before and reheat it gently on the stovetop the next day. Add a splash of milk or cream to refresh the sauce as you do. 🥛
Serving and Storage Instructions
Serve chicken tortellini Alfredo hot off the stove for optimal tastiness. Refrigerate leftover tortellini and sauce in an airtight container for up to three days. Then reheat gently either on the stovetop or in the microwave.
What Goes With Chicken Tortellini Alfredo
Plenty of homemade garlic bread and a fresh wedge salad is super easy. But parmesan-crusted asparagus and grilled Caesar salad also work. Wine Pairing: A buttery chardonnay or a light Pinot Grigio is the perfect match. 🍷
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