Chicken Parmesan Tortellini (Print-Friendly Version)
Cheese tortellini loaded with chicken and broccoli, all smothered in a smooth garlic Parmesan cream. Cozy and quick crowd-pleaser.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main Ingredients
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Fresh parsley (chopped, for sprinkling)
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut up small
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340 g cheese tortellini
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200 g broccoli florets
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100 g Parmesan cheese, grated right before using
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4 garlic cloves, minced up
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and black pepper, add to your liking
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240 ml heavy cream
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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120 ml chicken broth
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
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Toss in some extra salt and pepper if it needs a boost. Shower with lots of parsley right before you eat.
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Chuck in your broccoli, chicken, and tortellini with the sauce. Stir everything around until it's all coated nicely.
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Drop in that freshly grated Parmesan and Italian spices. Whisk till melty and smooth.
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Leaving your pan on, dial it to medium heat. Toss in the garlic and sizzle just till it smells awesome—like a minute. Pour in the cream and broth. Let it bubble gently a few minutes.
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Cover your chicken bits with a pinch of salt and pepper. Warm olive oil in a big pan over medium-high. Spread the chicken out so it all touches the pan. Let it cook 5 to 7 minutes so it browns and cooks through. Take it off and move it to a bowl.
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Fill a pot with salty water and get it boiling. Toss in the cheese tortellini and cook based on what's on the package—fresh needs about 3 to 5 minutes, frozen goes 8 to 10. Strain it and save a bit of water for later.
# Helpful Hints:
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If you crowd the pan with chicken, it won't brown up evenly—leave space!
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Keep some of the pasta water aside in case you want to thin your sauce at the end.
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Steam your broccoli quick before it goes in so it stays bright and doesn't get mushy.