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Sue’s Spicy Tomato Basil Tortellini

7 reviews
Total Time
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Cyndy Gerken

Tested by Taste Recipes Test Kitchen

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Updated on Aug. 05, 2022

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


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!

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    Sue’s Spicy Tomato Basil Tortellini

    7 reviews
    Prep Time 10 min
    Cook Time 20 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
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    Directions

    1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
    2. 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.
    3. In the same pan, add onion, habanero pepper, garlic and the remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and 1 tablespoon 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.

    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.

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