Sue’s Spicy Tomato Basil Tortellini

Name: Sue’s Spicy Tomato Basil Tortellini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 habanero pepper, seeded and finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend; 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

A friend remarked about a similar baked tortellini dish at a restaurant, so I wanted to try re-creating it for her at home. My stovetop version makes it weeknight easy. —Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida

Ingredients

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large onion, chopped
1 habanero pepper, seeded and finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken, 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; saute until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan.
In the same pan, add onion, habanero pepper, garlic and the remaining Italian seasoning and oil; reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in cream; bring to a boil. Add tortellini, chicken and cheese; heat through. Top with basil to serve.

Test Kitchen tips

If you don't have fire-roasted diced tomatoes, use plain or try diced tomatoes flavored with basil, oregano and garlic.

This meal feels special and is quick and easy to get on the table, which makes it perfect for weeknight dinner guests!

Nutrition Facts

1-1/4 cups: 488 calories, 31g fat (17g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 575mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.

Originally published as Sue’s Spicy Tomato Basil Tortellini in Simple & Delicious August/September 2018

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justmbeth

Oct 2, 2018

I had a bit of problem with my fire roasted tomatoes where they were more of a puree than diced. Nonetheless, the sauce turned out wonderful.