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One Pot Buffalo Chicken Tortellini

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.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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