Description
Hearty Best Tortellini & Chicken Divan Bake marries classic comfort with gourmet flair, blending creamy cheese sauce, tender chicken, and cheese-filled pasta. Mediterranean-inspired flavors mingle with rich, satisfying ingredients that promise a delightful dining experience you’ll savor with each forkful.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 1 (20 ounces) package refrigerated cheese-and-spinach tortellini
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 4 cups chopped fresh broccoli
- ½ cup chopped sweet onion
- ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ teaspoon table salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups half-and-half
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1 cup (4 ounces) freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Topping:
- 15 round buttery crackers, crushed
- ¾ cup chopped pecans
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare a 13×9-inch (33×23 cm) baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large Dutch oven, melt unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add finely chopped onions, diced red bell peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté the vegetables for 5-6 minutes until they become soft and translucent.
- Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the softened vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning and create a smooth base.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth, half-and-half, and white wine, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Simmer the mixture for 6-8 minutes until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese, kosher salt, and crushed red pepper flakes into the creamy sauce. Stir until the cheese melts completely.
- Gently fold in refrigerated tortellini, fresh broccoli florets, and cooked, diced chicken. Ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a consistent layer.
- For the topping, combine the remaining Parmesan cheese, crushed butter crackers, chopped pecans, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly.
- Sprinkle the crunchy topping evenly over the casserole, covering the entire surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling. Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Creamy comfort food meets gourmet twist with this easy weeknight dinner sensation.
- Make-ahead friendly casserole travels beautifully to potlucks and family gatherings.
- Cracker and pecan topping adds irresistible crunch that elevates the entire dish’s texture.
- Swap wine with extra chicken broth for family-friendly version without losing depth of flavor.
- Pro tip: Use rotisserie chicken to cut down on prep time and boost convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 700 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg