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Smoky Pepper Jack Chicken Tortellini

A quick and creamy pasta dish made with tender chicken, cheese tortellini, roasted red peppers, and a smoky pepper jack cheese sauce. Perfect for an easy family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz Cheese tortellini fresh or refrigerated
  • 1 lb Cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 cup Chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Smoked pepper jack cheese shredded
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup Roasted red peppers diced
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally until tender.
  4. Stir in the roasted red peppers, smoked pepper jack cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or unsweetened oat milk mixed with extra broth. Use mild pepper jack for less heat.