Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated aged Asiago cheese
- 12 oz fresh cheese tortelloni
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Allow to rest before slicing.
- Cook tortelloni in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions (3-5 minutes for fresh). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add heavy cream and chicken broth; cook until slightly thickened (around 5 minutes).
- Gradually stir in grated Asiago cheese until melted and smooth.
- Gently add cooked tortelloni into the sauce, ensuring they are well-coated. Top with sliced grilled chicken.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 850
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with sautéed vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms and use vegetable broth. - Add red pepper flakes for an extra kick of flavor.