Description
A luxurious twist on classic pasta: creamy chicken tortellini tossed with spinach, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell pepper for a vibrant meal that’s both quick and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced zucchini
- 1 cup sliced bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups heavy cream (or half light, half heavy)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Toss in zucchini and bell pepper; cook until just tender, 3‑4 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and cherry tomatoes; continue cooking until spinach wilts, 2 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken and pre‑cooked tortellini; gently mix to combine.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle in Parmesan; stir until sauce thickens, 3 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice if desired.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American