Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Casserole
This Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Casserole combines cheese tortellini, cooked chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, and a crispy buttery panko topping for a comforting baked pasta dish.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish For baking the casserole.
- large pot For cooking the tortellini.
- large skillet For preparing the chicken and sauce according to the supplied instructions.
- colander For draining the cooked tortellini.
- mixing spoon For stirring and combining the ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cheese tortellini, cooked al dente
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 15 oz Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp salt, or to taste
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta for 2 minutes less than package directions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and sauté until fully cooked and lightly golden, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add pesto and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth and fully melted.
- Return chicken, cooked pasta, and spinach to the skillet. Toss until everything is evenly coated in sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and additional Parmesan over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
The provided ingredient list specifies cheese tortellini, Alfredo sauce, chicken, cheeses, sour cream, parsley, seasonings, panko breadcrumbs, and melted butter. The supplied instructions contain references to olive oil, heavy cream, milk, pesto, garlic, and spinach that are not included in the ingredient list.