There’s something magical about one pot pasta dinners and this creamy cheese tortellini and chicken skillet is the ultimate combination of weeknight convenience and homey comfort food.
I can’t say enough about this cheese tortellini and chicken skillet. It’s by far my favorite way to enjoy tortellini. It’s easy to make, 15 minutes max of prep time, it’s filled with veggies and chicken breast all cooked in a creamy sauce topped with extra cheese. Oh, did I mention you only need one skillet? No need to pre-cook the pasta in a separate pot.
This, my friends is the what I call a successful weeknight dinner for any family. No matter how crazy busy our life is, I’m sure we’ll find the time to put this meal together and have dinner ready in no time.
And just like any other comfort food, it calls for ingredients I’m sure we all have in the kitchen. 
Onion, bell peppers (optional), tomatoes, chicken, peas and tortellini. To make the creamy sauce you’ll need chicken stock and greek yogurt. A handful of shredded cheese to top the casserole and you’re done.
My favorite tortellini are the ones filled with three cheeses or the spinach and cheese ones, but you can use your favorite in the recipe. The same goes for the veggies. I only had peas on hand but you can add green beans, corn, or a mixture of all of them.
To cut on prep time I used canned tomatoes. Canned tomatoes are a kitchen sample around here. Diced, fire roasted, whole or crushed I have at least 20 cans any time in the pantry. My favorite brand is Muir Glen, available at most grocery stores. Their organic tomatoes won me over years ago.
I lost track how many times canned tomatoes helped me save prep time and get a homemade meal on the table for my family.
No matter the time of the year the tomatoes in the Muir Glen cans are sealed with freshness and natural goodness. They can be used in various meals, one pot pasta like this creamy cheese tortellini and chicken bake, or as a base for marinara sauce.
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This dish looks delicious, and I like the greek yogurt you added instead of heavy cream.
Dear Roxana, I love low effort/high impact recipes and this is what I found here. This looks like a perfect dinner for my family. My little son is a pasta addict – and chicken addict, the perfect match!!
Have a great week!
This looks amazing!
such a gorgeous and delicious dish! Perfect dinner!
I would have this every night for dinner.
You list to use your favorite herbs, I’d like to know what you used. Looks delish.
Hi Sandy,
My favorite herbs to pair with pasta and chicken dishes are basil or thyme.
Sage or parsley will work just as well.
thanks for your replay. Absolutely basil !
I use so much Greek yogurt and was glad to see it as an ingredient. Thanks for sharing the recipe! I’m pinning it.
I can’t wait to try this recipe!!! Seems so easy and sound really yummy!!!
Do you cook the chicken before adding it?
Hi Carol,
The chicken cooks with the casserole. Since it is cut in 1/2″ chunks, it doesn’t take too long to cook. No need to precook it.
I just bought the ingredients to try this. I saw where I don’t have to precook the chicken which is nice. Am I supposed to cook the refrigerated tortellini according to the package directions or since it’s fresh to I use it straight from the package?
I didn’t cook the tortellini before adding it to the skillet and it was just fine. My husband liked it but he wished I’d bought french bread to go with it. This recipe is a keeper.
Made this for dinner tonight. Delicious! I will definitely be making this again!
if i am doubling this recipe how long should i cook for?
Hi Angelina,
If you double the recipe, I suggest you bake it for about 45 minutes before sprinkling the shredded cheese on top of it and bake it few minutes longer until the cheese is melted
Roxana
Can I sub sour cream? I don’t have Greek yogurt. And what about chicken broth for chicken stock? THANKS!
Hi Leah,
yes, you can use sour cream instead of greek yogurt. And broth (chicken or beef whatever you prefer) instead of stock.
Roxana
I used sour cream instead of Greek yogurt
I just saw ur recipe on Pintrest, chicken and Tortolenni, I, am going to try it for dinner tonight looks so good can’t wait to taste it. I know m husband will really love it.. thanks Roxana..