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A bowl filled with creamy chicken tortellini alfredo on a table.

Chicken Tortellini Alfredo

Arlene Mobley - Flour On My Face
Experience the creamy comfort of this easy Chicken Alfredo Tortellini recipe. Bursting with flavor from the tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and rich Alfredo sauce, this dish is sure to impress. Perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 803 kcal

Ingredients  

  • 1.5 lb. cooked chicken
  • 19 oz bag frozen cheese tortellini
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups finely shredded real parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley (optional)
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Instructions 

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet and sauté the minced garlic. Do not brown the garlic.
  • Add the flour to the skillet and quickly whisk it into the butter making a thick butter, garlic and flour paste.
  • Add ½ of the heavy cream to the skillet and whisk the ingredients together until the flour and butter roux has dissolved into the cream. Pour the remaining cream into the pan and whisk together.
  • Keep whisking as the sauce starts to thicken. Add the Parmesan cheese, salt, ground pepper, and minced parsley to the pan. Stir to combine.
  • Whisk as the Parmesan cheese melts to keep it from scorching. Once the alfredo sauce comes to a low boil add the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir the chicken into the alfredo sauce. Cook for a few minutes to heat up the chicken pieces.
  • Add the cooked cheese tortellini to the pan and stir until the tortellini is covered in alfredo sauce.
  • If using fresh baby spinach stir it in at this time. Toss the spinach with the ingredients until it is covered in creamy alfredo sauce.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and serve immediately.
  • Serve with a side salad and some crusty bread.
  • This recipe will serve 6 to 8 people.

Recipe Expert Tips

  • Before you begin, make sure you have all your ingredients measured, cut, and ready to go.
  • To avoid overcooking the tortellini, follow the cooking instructions carefully and keep an eye on it while it's boiling.
  • vegetables: If you're a vegetable lover, you can add in sautéed mushrooms, or fresh baby spinach.
  • spicy alfredo: If you enjoy a bit of heat add crushed red pepper flakes.
  • alfredo cheeses: If you're a fan of different cheeses, feel free to add some mozzarella or parmesan for an extra cheesy delight. Remember, customization is key to making this dish your own.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 803kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 43gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 31gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 219mgSodium: 934mgPotassium: 352mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2397IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 470mgIron: 3mg
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