Description
This Spicy Garlic Chicken Tortellini in Cheesy Alfredo Cream is a bold and comforting dish featuring seasoned chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a creamy, garlicky Alfredo sauce. It’s the ultimate easy weeknight indulgence that delivers big flavor in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breasts or thighs
9 oz cheese tortellini
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and let rest.
3. Boil tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 1–2 minutes.
5. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
6. Add parmesan cheese and more chili flakes if desired. Simmer 5–7 minutes until thickened.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Add tortellini to sauce and stir to coat evenly.
9. Slice cooked chicken and layer over pasta.
10. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use freshly grated parmesan for best melting and flavor.
Add a splash of milk when reheating leftovers to revive the sauce.
Adjust chili flakes based on spice preference—start light and taste as you go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: chicken, tortellini, Alfredo, spicy, creamy