Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini
A rich and creamy dish combining tender chicken and cheesy tortellini in a flavorful garlic butter sauce, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups fresh cheese tortellini (or ravioli)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- to taste salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
- In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from the pot.
- Add another tablespoon of butter to the pot, then stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add crushed red pepper flakes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot, then mix in the heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, about 4-6 minutes until tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot, stir in the Parmesan cheese, and let simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.
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Notes
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.