Easy One-Pot Creamy Pesto Tortellini
Make a flavorful, creamy pesto tortellini dinner using just one pot for simple cleanup.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup prepared basil pesto
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Place the tortellini and broth into a large pot or Dutch oven.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the tortellini is cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream, pesto, Parmesan cheese, butter, and pepper until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Heat gently for 1 to 2 minutes until warmed through, but do not boil after adding the cream.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a splash more broth or cream until you reach your desired consistency.
- You can add pre-cooked chicken or spinach during the last few minutes of cooking for extra substance.
- Use fresh pesto for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 950
- Fat: 45
- Saturated Fat: 20
- Unsaturated Fat: 25
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 90
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