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A serving of one-pot creamy garlic parmesan tortellini in a pan, no draining required for this easy recipe.

Classic One-Pot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini — no draining, super easy.

Enjoy a delightful one-pot creamy garlic parmesan tortellini that's incredibly easy to make with no draining required. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 package Fresh or frozen tortellini (any kind works, cheese-filled preferred)
  • 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth low sodium
  • 1.5 cups Heavy cream
  • 6 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tbsp Butter or olive oil

Seasoning & Garnish

  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley or basil optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Melt butter or heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  • Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer before adding the tortellini.
  • Stir the tortellini to submerge it, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until tender and the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the pot from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, optionally stir in fresh parsley or basil, and serve immediately.

Notes

Check your tortellini package for exact cooking times, especially if using frozen, as times may vary slightly. Low-sodium broth allows for better control over the final seasoning of the dish. For maximum creaminess, cheese-filled tortellini is recommended.