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One Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini 1767797615.9919307

one pot spicy garlic butter chicken tortellini

  • Author: Liana Brooks
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: General

Description

This One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini is a flavorful and easy weeknight meal with minimal cleanup. It features tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a creamy, spicy sauce all cooked in a single pot.

Ingredients

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  • 500g (1.1lb) Chicken Thighs: cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 Tbsp (30ml) Unsalted Butter
  • 4 Cloves Garlic: minced
  • 1 tsp (5g) Smoked Paprika
  • 0.5 tsp (2g) Cayenne Pepper: adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp (2g) Black Pepper: freshly ground
  • 1 tsp (5g) Salt
  • 300g (10oz) Cheese Tortellini (halal-certified)
  • 4 cups (960ml) Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth
  • 0.5 cup (120ml) Heavy Cream (halal-certified)
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper: roasted and chopped
  • 0.25 cup (15g) Fresh Basil Leaves: packed
  • 1 Tbsp (15ml) Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp (30g) Parmesan Cheese (halal-certified)
  • 2 Tbsp (20g) Pine Nuts (optional)
  • Fresh Basil Leaves: for garnish

Instructions

  1. Roast Red Pepper: Toss with olive oil and roast at 220°C (425°F) for 15-20 minutes, steam, peel, and chop.
  2. Sear Chicken: Brown bite-sized chicken with butter, salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Bloom Garlic: Sauté minced garlic with chicken for 30 seconds.
  4. Simmer in Broth: Add broth and simmer for 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Cook Tortellini: Stir in tortellini and cook until al dente.
  6. Blend Red Pepper Cream: Blend roasted pepper, basil, cream, and butter until smooth.
  7. Combine and Finish: Stir in half of the cream, drizzle remaining cream on top.
  8. Add Parmesan & Serve: Sprinkle with Parmesan, garnish with pine nuts and basil.

Notes

Roasting the red pepper enhances its sweetness. Adjust cayenne pepper to your spice preference. Halal-certified options are available for wider dietary needs.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: One-Pot
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 650 kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 35 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 60 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg

Keywords: one pot, pasta, chicken, tortellini, spicy, garlic, easy, dinner, weeknight

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