▢2 tbsp butter ▢1 lb chicken breasts ▢salt and pepper to taste ▢1 large onion diced ▢3 tsp minced garlic ▢1/4 cup all-purpose flour ▢4 cup low-sodium chicken broth ▢1 cup Half and Half ▢9 oz cheese tortellini ▢1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes ▢fresh basil for garnish ▢shredded Parmesan cheese
STEP-1
In a hot skillet add olive oil and cook chicken for 6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
STEP-2
Season with salt and pepper and set aside to cool.
STEP-3
Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onion until translucent (about 2 min). Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add flour and whisk 2-3 minutes, until golden.
STEP-4
Add chicken broth and half/half. Let simmer 15 minutes, until thickened.
STEP-5
Add tortellini to pot and cook 10 minutes, until al dente. Add diced chicken and season with crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
STEP-6
Garnish with basil. Serve warm.