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One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini

Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini is a rich, creamy pasta dish made with tender chicken, fresh tortellini, garlic butter sauce, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes for the perfect weeknight indulgence.
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Author: Sandra Myers

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs cut into bite sized pieces
  • 2 cups fresh cheese tortellini
  • 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
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, sauté in butter for 6–8 minutes until cooked through, then set aside.
  • Melt more butter, sauté garlic for 30 seconds, stir in red pepper flakes.
  • Pour in broth, scrape up browned bits, add cream, and bring to a simmer.
  • Add tortellini and cook for 4–6 minutes until tender.
  • Return chicken to pot and stir to coat.
  • Add Parmesan and stir until melted and sauce is creamy.
  • Stir in chopped herbs, season to taste.
  • Serve warm in bowls.