Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Tortellini and Veggies: Easy Comfort Food
Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Tortellini and Veggies is the ultimate easy comfort food that is perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups tortellini
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add garlic, broccoli, and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the cooked tortellini, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken in garlic and herbs before cooking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Parmesan Garlic Chicken, Tortellini, Comfort Food