Easy Alfredo Tortellini

Tortellini Alfredo in a skillet with a wooden spoon resting in the dish.

5 from 1 vote

This Cheese Tortellini Alfredo pasta is a quick and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights. All you need is your favorite frozen cheese tortellini and a homemade Alfredo sauce to make this satisfying meal! It's ready in just 25 minutes!

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

Keyword: Alfredo Tortellini Recipe, Cheese Tortellini Alfredo, Tortellini Alfredo

Servings:

Calories: 835kcal

Author: Ryan Allen

Equipment

My Favorite Skillet

Ingredients

20 ounces package cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
½ cup unsalted butter
3 tsp garlic minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups parmesan cheese finely shredded

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and brown for 30 seconds.
Slowly start to whisk in heavy cream. Whisk continuously until the sauce is well combined.
When the sauce bubbles, slowly whisk in the parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Whisk continuously until the sauce is smooth. Then, reduce the heat to low and simmer the Alfredo sauce for 2-3 minutes or until it begins to thicken.
Add cooked tortellini to the Alfredo sauce. Mix until well combined and coated in the Alfredo sauce.
Garnish with shredded Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving, and enjoy!

Notes

Don't Overcook the Tortellini. Cook the tortellini to al dente and no further. If the tortellini is too soft, it could break apart when mixed into the sauce, or simply not have a great texture to eat.

Whisk the Sauce. Make sure to whisk constantly so the sauce is smooth and thick.

Use the Right Pot. A large skillet or Dutch oven allows for cooking the entire dish with plenty of room for whisking and mixing.

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