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Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Bake

A comforting and cheesy tortellini bake featuring rotisserie chicken and fresh broccoli in a creamy Alfredo sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces Cheese Tortellini (fresh or frozen) Use fresh or frozen tortellini.
  • 2 cups Cooked, Shredded Chicken (rotisserie or poached) Rotisserie chicken is recommended.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets (fresh or thawed frozen) Fresh is preferred but thawed frozen also works.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated) Avoid pre-shredded cheese.
  • 2 cups Alfredo Sauce (store-bought or homemade, warmed) Warm the sauce before mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (for topping) For added crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (to toast breadcrumbs)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 3-5 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cooked tortellini, shredded chicken, broccoli florets, Alfredo sauce, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix gently until everything is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
Baking
  1. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  2. In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and toast, stirring frequently, until golden brown and crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  3. Sprinkle the toasted breadcrumbs evenly over the mozzarella layer. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the topping is golden.
Serving
  1. Let the bake rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the sauce to thicken slightly and makes it easier to portion. Serve warm and enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. This dish can also be prepared ahead of time and baked later with an extra 5-10 minutes baking time.