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Olive Garden style Chicken Tortellini Alfredo with sliced chicken and creamy Alfredo sauce.

Chicken Tortellini Alfredo Olive Garden You Can Make in 20 Minutes

A creamy, cozy Olive Garden style Chicken Tortellini Alfredo made with tender chicken, cheese-filled tortellini, and a silky homemade Alfredo sauce. Comforting, rich, and easy enough for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the chicken:
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the tortellini Alfredo:
  • 20 ounces cheese tortellini fresh or refrigerated
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream or half and half
  • 1 ¼ cups grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped
  • Optional add-ins:
  • Broccoli florets
  • Spinach
  • Peas
  • Sliced mushrooms
  • Extra parmesan

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden and fully cooked. Remove from the pan and let it rest before slicing.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet used for the chicken, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the milk and heavy cream. Stir and warm the mixture gently over medium low heat.
  6. Add the parmesan gradually while stirring, allowing it to melt into a smooth Alfredo sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and fold gently to coat every piece.
  8. Slice the rested chicken and place it on top of the creamy tortellini.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra parmesan before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 420mg

Notes

Use fresh refrigerated tortellini for the best texture. Add a splash of milk if the sauce thickens too much. For extra flavor, stir in steamed broccoli, spinach, or peas before adding the chicken.

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