Here’s a rich and flavorful Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini with Spinach in Creamy Sauce recipe—perfect for a comforting dinner. It’s easy to make and ready in under 40 minutes!
📝 Ingredients
For the chicken:
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2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp butter
For the sauce:
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 ½ cups heavy cream
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated is best)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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3–4 cups fresh spinach
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1 (9 oz / 250g) package refrigerated cheese tortellini (or frozen, cooked according to package)
🍳 Instructions
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Cook the Chicken:
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Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
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Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
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In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
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Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and melted.
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Add Tortellini & Spinach:
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Add cooked tortellini and fresh spinach to the sauce. Simmer for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach wilts and tortellini is coated.
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Combine Everything:
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Mix to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes to reheat everything.
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Serve:
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Garnish with more Parmesan and cracked black pepper if desired. Serve hot!
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💡 Tips:
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You can substitute grilled or rotisserie chicken if you’re short on time.
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Add sun-dried tomatoes or mushrooms for extra flavor.
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To lighten it up, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.