Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini
A deliciously creamy dish featuring tender chicken and fresh cheese tortellini in a rich garlic butter sauce with a spicy kick.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Stirring Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken Breast or Thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups Fresh Cheese Tortellini (or ravioli)
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil or Parsley Chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt an additional tablespoon of butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the crushed red pepper flakes and stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the fresh tortellini and cook for 4-6 minutes until tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.