Indulge in a culinary delight with our Warm Chicken Tortellini Au Gratin, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This comforting and delectable dish features tender chicken, succulent tortellini, a creamy and cheesy sauce, and a golden-brown Parmesan crust. Perfectly balanced, it offers a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more.
Accompanying this main course are three additional delectable recipes that complete the perfect meal. Start your culinary journey with a refreshing and vibrant Tomato Cucumber Salad, a delightful combination of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy red onion, and a zesty dressing. Next, elevate your taste buds with Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans, a simple yet flavorful side dish where green beans are tossed in a savory blend of garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil, resulting in a delightful crunch and a burst of flavors.
To satisfy your sweet tooth, indulge in a delightful Chocolate Mousse, a classic dessert that offers a rich and decadent experience. With its velvety texture and intense chocolate flavor, this mousse is the perfect ending to a satisfying meal. Embark on this culinary adventure and let your palate savor the exquisite flavors of Warm Chicken Tortellini Au Gratin, accompanied by the refreshing Tomato Cucumber Salad, flavorful Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans, and the irresistible Chocolate Mousse.
CHICKEN TORTELLINI
Chicken Tortellini combines delicious cheese-filled tortellini pasta, tender bites of chicken, and fresh broccoli, tossed in a cheesy sauce and baked until hot and bubbly. This easy casserole is comforting, flavorful, and satisfying.
Provided by Chelsea
Categories Dinner
Time 1h2m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- CASSEROLE: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cut the broccoli into small pieces (no need to cook beforehand if you chop it small). Chop the chicken into small pieces. Add both to the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Add the frozen (not thawed and not cooked) tortellini on top. Toss everything to combine.
- SAUCE: Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a small pot over medium heat. Once melted, gradually add in flour, while whisking constantly, until a thick paste forms. Whisk for one minute to cook out the raw flour taste and then gradually add in 1/3 cup of the milk while whisking constantly. Gradually add 1/3 cup chicken stock or broth while continuing to whisk. Add in another 1/3 cup milk, another 1/3 cup stock, last remaining 1/3 cup milk, and last remaining 1/3 cup stock. Whisk after each addition until completely smooth and sauce is thickened. Add in 1 cup of sharp Cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and whisk until completely smooth. Add in sour cream and whisk again until smooth. Stir in the chicken bouillon powder, Dijon mustard, dried parsley, garlic powder, granulated onion, and salt and pepper to taste. (I add 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; add to taste preference -- the Parmesan cheese does add a good amount of saltiness as well.)
- ASSEMBLE AND BAKE: Pour the sauce over everything in the casserole dish and toss ingredients to coat evenly. Make sure the tortellini is covered with the sauce. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese over top of the casserole. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the 2 tablespoons butter for the topping. Add the panko crumbs and toast, stirring constantly, until panko is light brown and toasted. After casserole has baked for 30 minutes, remove and then sprinkle the topping evenly over the cheese. Bake, uncovered, for another 8-10 minutes or until warm and bubbly. Remove and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 739 kcal, ServingSize 8 servings, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 48 g, Fat 39 g, Cholesterol 177 mg, Sodium 1398 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, TransFat 0.4 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g
TORTELLINI AU GRATIN
This easy pasta bake requires only four ingredients-and two of them are cheese! As au gratin dishes go, it's one of the easiest and tastiest around.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350ºF.
- Cook tortellini as directed on package. Meanwhile, combine mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses; reserve 1/2 cup cheese for later use.
- Drain pasta; place in large bowl. Add pasta sauce and remaining cheese mixture; mix lightly. Spoon into 11x7-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with reserved cheese mixture.
- Bake 30 to 35 min. or until pasta mixture is heated through and mozzarella is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 1170 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 19 g
CHEESY CHICKEN TORTELLINI
What's not to love when you combine tortellini, chicken, and broccoli in a flavorful sauce made with chicken broth, milk, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese? This dinner is a true kid-pleaser!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until no longer pink; remove from skillet, and keep warm.
- In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; add broccoli. Cook and stir over medium heat about 3 minutes or until broccoli is bright green. Add garlic to skillet; cook about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and tortellini. Heat to simmering; cook 3 minutes. Stir in milk, cream cheese, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cream cheese is melted; stir in Parmesan cheese.
- Add chicken back to skillet; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
- Don't overcook the tortellini. Overcooked tortellini will be mushy.
- Use a good quality cheese. The type of cheese you use will greatly affect the flavor of the dish.
- Don't skimp on the butter. Butter adds flavor and richness to the dish.
- Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
- Garnish the dish with fresh herbs or vegetables. This will add color and flavor to the dish.
Conclusion:
Warm Chicken Tortellini Au Gratin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it is also a good dish to make ahead of time. The combination of chicken, tortellini, cheese, and sauce is sure to please everyone at the table.
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