Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce
Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce is a delightful one-pot dish that combines tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this comforting meal is quick to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table. With its velvety texture and mouthwatering flavors, it offers a satisfying dining experience that can be customized with your favorite vegetables. Serve it hot and watch as it becomes a staple in your dinner rotation!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- 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
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add bite-sized chicken cubes and cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in whole milk until well combined.
- Gradually add Velveeta and cream cheese, mixing until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the refrigerated tortellini and simmer for about 5-6 minutes until heated through.
- Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until all cheeses melt into a creamy mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg