Enjoy the smooth texture of this chicken broccoli tortellini Alfredo, a hearty pasta dish that's great for any event. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite. It has soft chicken, bright broccoli, and cheesy tortellini tossed in a rich Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 lb broccoli florets
- 1 lb cheese tortellini
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Following the directions on the package, cook the tortellini, drain it, and set it aside
Melt the butter in a big pan over medium-low heat
Put in the chicken dices and cook until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked
Put minced garlic in the pan and cook for one minute, until the garlic smells good
Put broccoli florets in the pan and cook them until they are just barely crisp
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream
Stir the sauce until the cheese melts and it becomes creamy
Add pepper and salt to taste
Toss the cooked tortellini in the Alfredo sauce after adding it to the pan
Add chopped parsley as a garnish before serving
