Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Creamy Alfredo Tortellini
This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Creamy Alfredo Tortellini recipe combines juicy, golden-seared chicken with soft, cheese-filled tortellini coated in a velvety Alfredo sauce. The result? A restaurant-quality pasta dish that’s creamy, garlicky, and utterly irresistible. Perfect for busy weeknights, romantic dinners, or comfort food cravings.
Ready in just 30 minutes
Creamy, cheesy, and full of garlic-butter flavor
Family-friendly and easy to make
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Bites
1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
½ tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Pasta
1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
For the Alfredo Sauce
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1¾ cups heavy cream
1¼ cups grated Parmesan cheese
¼ tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions:
Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add the chicken, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Boil the cheese tortellini in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently. Stir in Parmesan cheese and garlic powder until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
Add the cooked tortellini to the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat. Gently fold in the garlic butter chicken bites. Serve warm, topped with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~600 kcal per serving
Recipe Benefits:
Quick & Easy: Perfect weeknight dinner ready in half an hour.
Rich & Creamy Texture: Buttery Alfredo sauce clings perfectly to the cheese-filled tortellini.
Protein-Packed: Tender chicken provides a hearty boost.
Family Favorite: Even picky eaters will love it!
Garlic Butter Chicken, Alfredo Tortellini, Creamy Pasta, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner
Indulge in this rich and creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Alfredo Tortellini recipe a 30-minute dinner bursting with buttery garlic flavor, tender chicken, and cheesy tortellini. Perfect for cozy family meals or easy weeknight dinners!