Description
A rich and creamy pasta dish with tender chicken, spinach, and cheese-filled tortellini.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced chicken, salt, and pepper. Cook until no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth.
- Add cooked tortellini to the pan and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Add crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: creamy chicken spinach tortellini, easy pasta recipe, quick dinner idea