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Asiago Tortellini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken

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This Asiago Tortellini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken is a rich and creamy pasta dish made with cheese-filled tortellini, savory grilled chicken, and a velvety homemade Alfredo sauce loaded with Asiago cheese. Perfect for weeknights or special dinners, it’s an easy, indulgent comfort meal you can make in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

  • For the Pasta:
  • 20 ounces refrigerated five cheese tortellini
  • Salt, for boiling water
  • For the Grilled Chicken:
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Juice of ½ lemon (optional)
  • For the Asiago Alfredo Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Asiago cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini per package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  3. Grill over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side or until cooked through. Rest, then slice.
  4. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Asiago (and Parmesan if using) until melted and smooth.
  6. Season sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if desired.
  7. Toss cooked tortellini in the sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Serve tortellini topped with sliced grilled chicken. Garnish with parsley or extra cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use grilled shrimp or salmon instead of chicken for variation.
  • Add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce for extra veggies.
  • Swap Asiago for Romano or Parmesan for a different cheese profile.
  • Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream to lighten the sauce.
  • Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for flavor depth.

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