Description
This easy and delicious Baked Tortellini with Chicken recipe is the perfect dump-and-bake meal for busy weeknights. Featuring tender cheese tortellini, cooked chicken, a medley of frozen vegetables, and creamy Boursin cheese, it’s a cheesy, comforting casserole that comes together quickly and bakes to perfection with a golden, bubbly cheese topping.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups diced, cooked chicken
- 20 ounces fresh cheese tortellini (or 2 x 9-ounce packages)
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups frozen mixed veggies (such as peas, green beans, carrots, corn)
- 1 (5.3-ounce) Boursin garlic and herb cheese
- 1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat and prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Lightly grease or spray a 9×14-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Combine the Ingredients: In the prepared baking dish, add the diced cooked chicken, fresh tortellini, low-sodium chicken broth, kosher salt, minced garlic, and frozen mixed vegetables. Gently stir everything together. Nestle the Boursin garlic and herb cheese right into the center of the mixture without stirring it in.
- Cover & Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to lock in moisture. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, allowing the tortellini and vegetables to cook through in the flavorful broth.
- Uncover & Finish: Remove the foil and stir the Boursin cheese into the hot tortellini mixture until it is evenly combined and creamy. Sprinkle the shredded Italian cheese blend evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and turned lightly golden brown.
- Allow to Sit: Once baked, remove from oven and tent lightly with foil. Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the tortellini to absorb more of the sauce before serving. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the portions as you plate and enjoy.
Notes
- Using fresh cheese tortellini ensures a tender texture, but frozen or refrigerated tortellini can be substituted.
- Feel free to swap mixed veggies for your favorites or whatever you have on hand.
- Boursin cheese adds a rich garlic and herb flavor; you can substitute with cream cheese mixed with herbs if unavailable.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes when combining ingredients.
- This recipe can also be made ahead and refrigerated; just add extra baking time if baking from cold.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
