One Pot Buffalo Chicken Tortellini

Craving a dinner that’s quick, satisfying, and packed with flavor? Look no further than One Pot Buffalo Chicken Tortellini! This recipe delivers a spicy kick of buffalo chicken combined with the comforting creaminess of cheese-filled tortellini, all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup. It’s a healthy-ish indulgence that’s ready in under 30 minutes – perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without the fuss. As a busy mom, I need meals that are efficient and taste great. This is my go-to!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This recipe brings back memories of college game nights – friends, laughter, and buckets of spicy wings devoured over heated debates about the game. I wanted to capture that same energy in a dish that was both fun and easy to make. This One Pot Buffalo Chicken Tortellini does just that. It’s a nostalgic flavour hit with a modern, convenient twist.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
• 1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish
• Chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe

1. Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through.
2. Add Aromatics: Add onion and garlic to the pot. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes and green chilies, chicken broth, and buffalo wing sauce. Bring to a simmer.
4. Cook Tortellini: Add tortellini to the pot. Stir to ensure the tortellini is submerged. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until tortellini is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. Add Sour Cream: Remove from heat and stir in sour cream. This will add creaminess and tame the spice slightly.
6. Garnish and Serve: Ladle One Pot Buffalo Chicken Tortellini into bowls. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and green onions, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

One Pot Buffalo Chicken Tortellini

Quick and satisfying dinner with a spicy kick of buffalo chicken and creamy cheese-filled tortellini, all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (10 ounce) diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel), undrained
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce adjust to your spice preference
• 1 package (20 ounce) refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese for garnish
• chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Equipment

• Large Pot
• Dutch oven

Method

 

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through.
   1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2. Add onion and garlic to the pot. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
   1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced
3. Stir in diced tomatoes and green chilies, chicken broth, and buffalo wing sauce. Bring to a simmer.
   1 can (10 ounce) diced tomatoes and green chilies (like Rotel), undrained, 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
4. Add tortellini to the pot. Stir to ensure the tortellini is submerged. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until tortellini is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
   1 package (20 ounce) refrigerated cheese tortellini
5. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream. This will add creaminess and tame the spice slightly.
   1/4 cup sour cream
6. Ladle One Pot Buffalo Chicken Tortellini into bowls. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and green onions, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
   1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions