Description
Buffalo Chicken Tortellini Alfredo is a creamy and spicy pasta dish that combines tender tortellini with shredded buffalo chicken and a rich Alfredo sauce, creating a flavor explosion in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz tortellini
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and garlic powder, mixing until the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional buffalo sauce if desired.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of buffalo sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Top with chopped green onions or blue cheese for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken, Tortellini, Alfredo, Pasta, Comfort Food