Asiago Tortellini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken
Cheese tortellini and grilled chicken tossed in a silky Asiago and garlic cream sauce.
Equipment
- Grill pan
- Large skillet
- Large pot
- Instant read thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 18 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream plus 1/2 cup more
- ½ cup heavy cream added with the first cup
- 1 cup shredded Asiago cheese about 4 ounces
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cooking
- Season. Rub the chicken with oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Grill. Cook 6 minutes per side to 165 F, rest, and slice.
- Boil. Cook the tortellini and drain.
- Sauce. Saute the garlic in butter, add the cream, and simmer 3 minutes.
- Combine. Whisk in the cheeses and lemon juice, then fold in the pasta and chicken.
Notes
Substitutions: Use Parmesan in place of Asiago.
Tips: Grate the cheese fresh for a smooth sauce.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition is calculated for 4 servings.