Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce
Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce is a comforting one-pot meal that brings together tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a luscious garlic-infused sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners, this dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it both quick and satisfying. The creamy texture and rich flavors are sure to please everyone at the table. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or using different proteins to suit your taste. Enjoy a bowl of this delicious comfort food that’s packed with flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 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 cubed chicken and sauté until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the cheese tortellini and pour in the whole milk; mix gently.
- Bring to a simmer, then add Velveeta and cream cheese. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until fully combined.
- Serve hot directly from the pot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg