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One-Pan Garlic Bread Tortellini

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One-Pan Garlic Bread Tortellini combines creamy cheese tortellini and shredded chicken in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce, finished with a buttery, crispy breadcrumb topping. Broiled until golden and bubbly, this comforting skillet meal delivers bold flavor with minimal cleanup.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop & Broil
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Ingredients

  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 (20-ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a deep oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add 6 tablespoons butter and stir until melted. Pour in half-and-half and chicken stock. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne.
  3. Add tortellini and stir to coat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 6–10 minutes until tender and sauce begins to thicken.
  4. Stir in 3/4 cup Parmesan until melted. Add shredded chicken and mix well. Remove from heat and sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the top.
  5. Preheat broiler and position oven rack about 6 inches from heat source.
  6. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a bowl. Stir in panko, remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan, remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and Italian seasoning.
  7. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture evenly over mozzarella layer.
  8. Broil for 2–4 minutes until cheese is melted and topping is golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
  • Substitute turkey for chicken if desired.
  • Use whole milk for part of the half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts more smoothly than pre-grated.
  • Freezing is not recommended as creamy sauces may separate.

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