Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Tortellini—a delightful dish that brings families together around the dinner table in just 20 minutes. Picture tender cheese-filled tortellini mingling with juicy chicken and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich Parmesan sauce that beckons you to dig in. This comforting meal is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it with leftover vegetables or different proteins. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe serves up joy and warmth with every bite.
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, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in low-sodium chicken broth and milk; bring to a boil.
- Stir in cheese tortellini and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add chopped broccoli; continue cooking for an additional 3 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Reduce heat; stir in softened cream cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Fold in diced cooked chicken, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, topped with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg