Best 10 Chicken Cheese Tortellini Alfredo Recipes

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If you are in the mood for a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dish, chicken cheese tortellini alfredo is an excellent choice. This pasta dish combines juicy chicken, tender tortellini, and a rich Alfredo sauce, making it a hit with people of all ages. Whether you are a cooking novice or an experienced chef, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect chicken cheese tortellini alfredo dish.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SKILLET CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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Store-bought tortellini are the star of this quick and creamy weeknight meal. They simmer in their own sauce, making this a one-skillet meal with easy cleanup. Try one-inch pieces of Italian sausage instead of chicken for a variation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 pinches freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
Kosher salt
18 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Heat the heavy cream, butter, nutmeg, 1 cup of the Parmesan and 1 teaspoon salt in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally, until the cheese and butter are melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tortellini and simmer until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan.
  • Bake until the chicken is just cooked through, the sauce has thickened and the top starts to turn golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with the parsley.

BAKED CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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You can't go wrong with this baked tortellini Alfredo recipe - butter, cream, chicken, pasta, and cheese, cheese, cheese! This recipe is inspired by the delicious local Italian food that I grew up with in Brooklyn, NY! It's a very kid-friendly recipe and great for picky people! Whenever I serve this dish, people always ask for seconds or thirds.

Provided by Piert1025

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 ½ cups Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
¼ cup dry white wine
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ pound grilled chicken, cubed
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth and mix well. Simmer for 5 minutes, making sure not to boil. Add Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, white wine, garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; stir constantly until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  • Drain tortellini and toss with chicken in an ungreased 11x17-inch casserole dish. Pour sauce on top. Cover with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 129.1 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 987.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHICKEN & CHEESE TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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I first taste the wonderful combination of Alfredo sauce and pesto at a restaurant, and that inspired me to add all kinds of different flavors to Alfredo sauce. The basil pesto is still my favorite and I've used that combination in this amazing dinner. Let your company be impressed and don't tell them how easy it was to make.-Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1/4 cup prepared pesto
2 packages (10 ounces each) ready-to-use grilled chicken breast strips
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and red pepper in oil and butter until tender. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven over medium heat, combine Alfredo sauce and pesto. Stir in the chicken, artichokes and olives. Cook over medium heat until heated through., Drain tortellini; add to chicken mixture with tomato. Gently toss to coat. Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 1004mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN TORTELLINI



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What's not to love when you combine tortellini, chicken, and broccoli in a flavorful sauce made with chicken broth, milk, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese? This dinner is a true kid-pleaser!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
8 oz boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 cups fresh small broccoli florets
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 packages (9 oz each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup milk
6 oz cream cheese, cubed (from 8-oz package)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until no longer pink; remove from skillet, and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; add broccoli. Cook and stir over medium heat about 3 minutes or until broccoli is bright green. Add garlic to skillet; cook about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  • Add chicken broth and tortellini. Heat to simmering; cook 3 minutes. Stir in milk, cream cheese, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cream cheese is melted; stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Add chicken back to skillet; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

EASY CHEESE TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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Make a speedy supper with prepared sauce and ready-made pasta baked together with frozen vegetables.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16-oz.) jar Alfredo pasta sauce
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (9-oz.) pkg. refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 (14-oz.) pkg. frozen broccoli florets
1 cup Parmesan croutons, slightly crushed

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine Alfredo pasta sauce, water, basil and pepper; mix well with wire whisk. Stir in tortellini and broccoli. Spoon into ungreased 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. Cover with foil; refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Bake covered for 45 minutes.
  • Uncover baking dish; stir well. Sprinkle croutons evenly over top. Cover; bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly and thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 3 g

CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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I often get home too late to cook a good, satisfying meal for my family, so I'm always looking for shortcuts that taste great. Here's one we always enjoy. -Christie Wethington, Lexington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated spinach or cheese tortellini
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup fresh baby carrots
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large onion, cut into wedges
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute broccoli and carrots in 2 tablespoons oil for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in the mushrooms, onion and garlic; saute vegetables 3-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Remove vegetables and keep warm., In the same skillet, cook chicken in remaining oil over medium heat for 4-6 minutes or until no longer pink. Return vegetables to skillet. Stir in Alfredo sauce and seasonings; heat through. Drain tortellini; add to chicken mixture. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 542mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

ALFREDO TORTELLINI AND CHICKEN



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I made this recipe up using simple ingredients you can buy from the store. Everyone who tries it, loves it.

Provided by Carrie in Indiana

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 chicken breasts, diced
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1 package alfredo sauce (I like Knorr) or 1 carton of prepared alfredo sauce
1 package of fresh cheese tortellini or 1 1/2 cups of dry cheese tortellini (can also use cheese ravioli)
fresh grated pepper
fresh parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat a 325 degree oven.
  • If using dry tortellini, boil water and add tortellini, cook as directed and drain (have tortellini cooking when you start the chicken).
  • (If using fresh tortellini, set package aside until last couple of steps.) In a large oven safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Press garlic through garlic press and saute in olive oil until slightly browned.
  • Add diced chicken breasts and saute until juices run clear.
  • If using package of Alfredo sauce, mix ingredients for sauce and cook as directed (do while chicken is cooking).
  • (If using fresh Alfredo sauce, set aside until last couple of steps.) Add tortellini, alfredo sauce and fresh grated pepper to chicken.
  • Mix well.
  • Grate parmesan cheese on top of mixture and put in oven until cheese starts to melt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.5, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 92, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.1, Protein 30.4

TORTELLINI ALFREDO WITH GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS



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An out-of-this-world Alfredo sauce over cheese tortellini that won't sit too heavy in your stomach.

Provided by Ken

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts
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
1 (12 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini
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

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place chicken in a bowl and add oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, kosher salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the centers 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). Remove from the grill and allow to cool.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Drain and set aside; keep warm.
  • Slice chicken breast into bite-size pieces.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cream and heat to room temperature, about 3 minutes more. Stir in Parmesan cheese and allow to melt, 2 to 3 minutes. Add Italian seasoning and pepper. Bring to a slow boil for about 1 minute before tossing in cooked tortellini and grilled chicken breast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 156.9 mg, Fat 36.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 639 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

CHICKEN W/ CHEESE TORTELLINI IN A SUN-DRIED TOMATO ALFREDO SAUCE



Chicken W/ Cheese Tortellini in a Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo Sauce image

My son-in-law made this one night and I had to have the recipe. Now every time I make it people request the recipe. You won't believe the flavors!

Provided by Blender

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 chicken breasts
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
2 roma tomatoes, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 red onion, chopped
8 ounces frozen broccoli florets (or more if you like)
2 (16 ounce) jars Classico Alfredo with sun dried tomatoes (on the top shelf above Ragu, etc. Sometimes I use 4 jars)
16 ounces cheese tortellini

Steps:

  • Boil tortellini according to package directions. Set aside.
  • Cut chicken into bite size pieces. Sauté chicken in olive oil.
  • When almost cooked through, add tomatoes, red onion, and garlic. Sauté a little more until onions are soft.
  • Add the alfredo sauce and broccoli and heat until hot.
  • Pour over tortellini. Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.9, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 117.2, Sodium 783.2, Carbohydrate 59, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 40.1

CHICKEN & CHEESE TORTELLINI ALFREDO



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Creamy, cheesy chicken and tortellini Alfredo on a weeknight? Of course it's possible. It's not all from-scratch-but it's completely delicious.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (9 oz.) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, green beans, peas), thawed
1-1/4 cups CLASSICO Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips, chopped
1 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini in medium saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding vegetables to the boiling water for the last 2 min.
  • Meanwhile, cook Alfredo sauce in small saucepan on medium heat 3 min., stirring frequently. Add chicken; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until chicken is heated through.
  • Drain pasta mixture; return to saucepan. Add sauce mixture and cheese; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 1040 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 25 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your tortellini Alfredo even more delicious.
  • Don't overcook the tortellini. Cook the tortellini according to the package directions, or until they are al dente (still slightly firm to the bite).
  • Make sure the Alfredo sauce is thick and creamy. If the sauce is too thin, it will not coat the tortellini well.
  • Add plenty of Parmesan cheese. Parmesan cheese adds a rich, nutty flavor to the dish.
  • Serve the tortellini Alfredo immediately. This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the pan.

Conclusion:

Chicken cheese tortellini Alfredo is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of effort, you can create a restaurant-quality dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give chicken cheese tortellini Alfredo a try.

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