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A delicious plate of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini in Creamy Velveeta Asiago Sauce

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini in Creamy Velveeta Asiago Sauce

A rich and creamy tortellini dish with savory chicken and a smooth Velveeta Asiago sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 850

Ingredients
  

Tortellini
  • 340 g cheese tortellini
Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
Sauce & Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 g small onion, finely diced
  • 3 g cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 240 ml broth (chicken or beef as appropriate)
  • 480 ml heavy cream
  • 170 g Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 100 g shredded Asiago cheese
  • 1 g Parmesan for serving
  • 1 g Chopped fresh parsley or herbs for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Cook cheese tortellini in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and any herbs/spices. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until browned; transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add onion and sauté until soft. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in garlic powder and cook briefly.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine. Slowly whisk in broth and heavy cream until the sauce thickens.
  6. Reduce heat and add Velveeta, Asiago, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  7. Return the cooked protein to the skillet and simmer briefly.
  8. Toss cooked cheese tortellini into the sauce until well coated.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or herbs.

Notes

For an extra touch, serve with a side of garlic bread. You can substitute Velveeta with another melting cheese if preferred.