Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce
Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce is a delectable one-pot meal that brings comfort and flavor to your table in less than 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe combines tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a rich garlic sauce that the whole family will love. With minimal cleanup and endless customization options, it’s the ideal choice for any gathering or a cozy family dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chicken cubes until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add whole milk, Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir frequently until all cheeses have melted into a creamy sauce.
- Gently stir in the refrigerated tortellini and cook according to package instructions (typically 3-5 minutes) until heated through and tender.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a minute before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg