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A golden skillet filled with cheese tortellini, seared chicken, and fresh spinach in a garlic butter sauce.

High Protein One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.25 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups low -sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Season the chicken cubes with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Add to the skillet and sear until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release browned bits.
  • Add the tortellini to the broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the pot and add the baby spinach. Toss for 1-2 minutes until the spinach is fully wilted.
  • Remove from heat. Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and toss until a light, creamy sauce coats the tortellini.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with extra red pepper flakes if desired.