Ingredients
For the Chicken:• 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Sauce & Pasta:• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 (10 oz) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1 (10 oz) package cheese tortellini
• ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the Chicken:• Season chicken cubes with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
• Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:• In the same skillet, melt butter.
• Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
• Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest.
Create the Alfredo Base:• Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese.
• Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add Spinach & Chicken:• Stir in the thawed, squeezed spinach and return cooked chicken to pan. Mix well.
Cook the Tortellini:• Prepare tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and add to skillet.
• Toss everything together until fully coated in the creamy sauce.
Serve & Garnish:• Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
• Serve warm and enjoy this indulgent, flavorful dish!
Time Details:
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories & Servings:
• Servings: 4
• Calories per serving: ~620 kcal