Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Tortellini is the ultimate comfort food that combines cheesy tortellini, tender chicken, and vibrant broccoli in a rich, creamy sauce. This dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 20 minutes—but also family-friendly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The delightful blend of flavors and textures ensures satisfaction with every bite, while the one-pot preparation means minimal cleanup. Whether you’re serving it for dinner or as a hearty lunch, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 (20 ounce) package cheese tortellini
- 3 cups fresh broccoli, roughly chopped
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in low-sodium chicken broth and milk; bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Add cheese tortellini to the boiling liquid and cook for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in chopped broccoli and continue cooking for an additional 3 minutes until both the tortellini are cooked through and broccoli is bright green.
- Lower the heat and mix in cream cheese and grated Parmesan until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Gently fold in diced cooked chicken until evenly distributed.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg