Description
Creamy asiago tortellini alfredo with grilled chicken delivers Italian comfort in one luxurious dish. Melted cheese, tender pasta, and perfectly seasoned chicken combine for a restaurant-quality meal you can savor at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) cheese tortellini
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast, grilled and sliced
- 1 cup (240 ml) grated Asiago cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
Dairy and Cream:
- 2 cups (480 ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Garnish:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook tortellini in boiling water according to package directions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium temperature, melt butter until it becomes golden and fragrant. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, gradually incorporate Asiago and Parmesan cheeses. Whisk continuously, allowing cheeses to melt smoothly and create a velvety sauce.
- Enhance sauce flavor with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting seasoning to personal preference.
- Gently fold cooked tortellini into the creamy cheese sauce, ensuring each pasta pocket is generously coated and heated through.
- Slice grilled chicken into thin, diagonal strips to maximize surface area for sauce absorption.
- Transfer tortellini to serving dishes, artfully arrange grilled chicken slices on top, and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Opt for fresh tortellini from the refrigerated section for the best texture and flavor.
- Choose a high-quality Asiago cheese to elevate the overall richness of the sauce.
- Grill chicken in advance and let it rest to ensure maximum juiciness and easier slicing.
- Adjust sauce consistency by adding pasta water if it becomes too thick during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 27 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg