Tortellini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken Breasts

Tortellini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken Breasts

This cheese tortellini Alfredo with grilled chicken won’t sit too heavy in your stomach.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

Tortellini

  • 1 (12 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini

Chicken

  • 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pinch Italian seasoning, or to taste
  • 1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Alfredo Sauce

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ¼ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 pinches Italian seasoning, or to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2
Make the chicken: Toss chicken, oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl until coated.

Step 3
Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a plate; cut into bite-sized pieces when cool enough to handle.

Step 4
While the chicken is cooking, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Add tortellini, return to a boil, and cook, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top and cheese filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Drain and keep warm.

Step 5
Make the sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add cream and cook for 3 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Add Italian seasoning and pepper; bring to a slow boil. Cook at a slow boil for 1 minute, then stir in tortellini and chicken. Cook until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

560
Calories
36g
Fat
29g
Carbs
31g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 560
% Daily Value *
Total Fat36g 46%
Saturated Fat20g 101%
Cholesterol157mg 52%
Sodium639mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate29g 10%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars2g
Protein31g
Vitamin C1mg 5%
Calcium232mg 18%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium201mg 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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