Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce
Creamy Chicken Tortellini with Mozzarella Garlic Sauce is a comforting one-pot dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a delightful experience. With tender chicken and soft cheese tortellini enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare. The blend of Velveeta, cream cheese, and mozzarella creates an indulgent flavor profile, while the garlic adds a warm kick to every bite. Whether you are entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this dish promises to impress and please even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the cubed chicken until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; add whole milk and stir in Velveeta until melted. Incorporate softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the tortellini and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in shredded mozzarella and Parmesan until melted; adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1090mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg