Best One Skillet Spicy Tortellini Recipes

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SKILLET CHICKEN TORTELLINI ALFREDO



Skillet Chicken Tortellini Alfredo image

Store-bought tortellini are the star of this quick and creamy weeknight meal. They simmer in their own sauce, making this a one-skillet meal with easy cleanup. Try one-inch pieces of Italian sausage instead of chicken for a variation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 pinches freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
Kosher salt
18 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Heat the heavy cream, butter, nutmeg, 1 cup of the Parmesan and 1 teaspoon salt in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally, until the cheese and butter are melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tortellini and simmer until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan.
  • Bake until the chicken is just cooked through, the sauce has thickened and the top starts to turn golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with the parsley.

BEEFY TORTELLINI SKILLET



Beefy Tortellini Skillet image

This skillet wonder is a tortellini dish the family craves. From browning beef to cooking the pasta and melting the cheese, everything happens in one pan. You can add basil or chives for a touch of freshness. -Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef
1/2 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
1 cup water
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 5-6 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in steak seasoning. Add water and bouillon; bring to a boil. Stir in tortellini; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 3-4 minutes or until tortellini are tender., Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheese. Let stand, covered, until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 calories, Fat 28g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 899mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

SUE'S SPICY TOMATO BASIL TORTELLINI



Sue's Spicy Tomato Basil Tortellini image

A friend remarked about a similar baked tortellini dish at a restaurant, so I wanted to try re-creating it for her at home. My stovetop version makes it weeknight easy. -Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large onion, chopped
1 habanero pepper, seeded and finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; saute until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan. , In the same pan, add onion, habanero pepper, garlic and the remaining Italian seasoning and oil; reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cream; bring to a boil. Add tortellini, chicken and cheese; heat through. Top with basil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 31g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

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