One Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini
This One Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, rich garlic butter, and perfectly cooked tortellini. It’s a simple weeknight meal that requires minimal cleanup and delivers maximum taste!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- Unsalted butter
- Fresh garlic cloves
- Red pepper flakes
- Spinach or kale
- Chicken broth
Instructions
- Start by cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season them with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for that initial kick.
- In a large pot or deep skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the tortellini and pour in 3 cups of chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until the tortellini are tender and have absorbed some of the broth.
- Stir in a couple of handfuls of fresh spinach (or your choice of greens) and let it wilt into the dish. This adds color and nutrition.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the remaining butter for a rich, creamy finish. Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if needed.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if you like, and serve hot. Enjoy your comforting one-pot meal!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Customize the heat by adding more red pepper flakes or hot sauce. You can also add different vegetables like peas, sun-dried tomatoes, or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.