Best Hearty Chicken And Tortellini Stew With Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipes

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HEARTY CHEESE TORTELLINI



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This is an easy, wonderful recipe that is simple enough for an everyday meal but good enough for company. It makes a large amount, so it feeds plenty of people. I serve it with steamed broccoli covered in a cheese sauce and fresh bread.-Christine Eilerts, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, cook sausage and beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the marinara sauce, tomatoes and mushrooms. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until heated through. , Prepare tortellini according to package directions; stir into meat mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 908mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

HEARTY CHICKEN STEW



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Stumbled upon this chicken stew through a little experimentation. It's hot, hearty, and simple. Try serving with biscuits or bread. Tasty stew for the wintertime.

Provided by phxamcook

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons salted butter
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 small onion, sliced
2 cups sliced mushrooms
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Brown chicken thighs in the hot oil, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove chicken and add butter, allowing it to melt but not burn. Add carrots, celery, onion, and mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms are soft and onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir flour into the mixture to make a roux with the butter. Allow to cook, stirring, until it darkens a little, 10 to 15 minutes. Slowly add chicken broth while continuing to stir. Add chicken, reduce heat, and let simmer until easily shredded, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot in a bowl or on a plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 88.3 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 742.8 mg, Sugar 3 g

CHEESY CHICKEN TORTELLINI



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What's not to love when you combine tortellini, chicken, and broccoli in a flavorful sauce made with chicken broth, milk, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese? This dinner is a true kid-pleaser!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
8 oz boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 cups fresh small broccoli florets
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 packages (9 oz each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup milk
6 oz cream cheese, cubed (from 8-oz package)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until no longer pink; remove from skillet, and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; add broccoli. Cook and stir over medium heat about 3 minutes or until broccoli is bright green. Add garlic to skillet; cook about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  • Add chicken broth and tortellini. Heat to simmering; cook 3 minutes. Stir in milk, cream cheese, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cream cheese is melted; stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Add chicken back to skillet; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

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