When it comes to quick and easy meals, one skillet spicy tortellini is a dish that should not be overlooked. Made with tantalizing spices and a variety of colorful vegetables, this pasta dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
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SKILLET CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO
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
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.
SPICY TORTELLINI
Spicy V8 juice is the surprise ingredient behind this savory Test Kitchen creation. Tortellini takes a cue from stew and is served up in a sauce that's brimming with flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. In the drippings, saute the celery, onion and garlic until tender., Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir into celery mixture. Add the V8 juice, chili powder, sugar and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. , Add tortellini. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tortellini is tender. Sprinkle with bacon. Garnish with Asiago cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 20g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1293mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
ONE-POT TORTELLINI AND SAUSAGE
It's technically a 'one-skillet' dish, but the idea is the same - everything goes into the skillet and dishes are kept at a minimum.
Provided by Erica Krause
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add crumbled sausage. Cook and stir until sausage is browned and no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in spaghetti sauce, water, and Italian seasoning. Add tortellini and mix well.
- Bring liquid in the skillet to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until tortellini are tender, about 8 minutes.
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to low.
- Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over tortellini.
- Place skillet under broiler and cook until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1029 calories, Carbohydrate 93.2 g, Cholesterol 152.9 mg, Fat 51.6 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 49 g, SaturatedFat 20.1 g, Sodium 2344.1 mg, Sugar 20.5 g
SUE'S SPICY TOMATO BASIL TORTELLINI
A friend remarked about a similar baked tortellini dish at a restaurant, so I wanted to try re-creating it for her at home. My stovetop version makes it weeknight easy. -Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; saute until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan. , In the same pan, add onion, habanero pepper, garlic and the remaining Italian seasoning and oil; reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cream; bring to a boil. Add tortellini, chicken and cheese; heat through. Top with basil to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 31g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-made tortellini from the grocery store.
- If you don't have Italian sausage, you can substitute ground beef, pork, or turkey.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the skillet, such as diced bell peppers, onions, or zucchini.
- If you like a creamier sauce, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream or milk.
- Serve the tortellini with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and a side of crusty bread.
Conclusion:
This one-skillet spicy tortellini is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It's packed with flavor from the Italian sausage, tomatoes, and spices and the creamy sauce is the perfect complement to the tortellini. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a salad and you have a complete meal that everyone will love.
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