Description
This Buffalo Chicken Tortellini Alfredo recipe combines the spicy kick of Buffalo sauce with creamy Alfredo sauce, creating a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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Tortellini:
- 1 (20-ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini: Boil the tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add chicken and Buffalo sauce, pour in cream, simmer, then stir in cheeses until smooth.
- Combine: Add cooked tortellini to the sauce, toss to coat, season with salt and pepper, and simmer briefly.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Adjust the amount of Buffalo sauce to control heat.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
