Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce
Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender chicken and cheesy tortellini in a rich, velvety sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, bringing comfort to your table with its aromatic garlic notes and creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add oil if desired and cook bite-sized chicken pieces until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add whole milk, Velveeta, and cream cheese to the pot. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Incorporate the refrigerated tortellini into the sauce, stirring gently to coat.
- Cook until tortellini are tender (about 5-7 minutes) and stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg