Creamy Lemon Dill Tortellini Recipe
This Creamy Lemon Dill Tortellini is the ultimate weeknight dinner. It’s creamy, light, and bursting with fresh flavors, all done in just 20 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 763kcal
Ingredients
- 20 ounce refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup (or a large handful) sugar snap peas ends removed
- 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot minced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese divided
Instructions
- Bring a large stock pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to the directions on the package (about 5 minutes). Add the sugar snap peas during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, add the olive oil. Add the shallot and cook until fragrant, then add the garlic, stirring frequently to prevent burning. When they are both translucent, add the chicken broth, heavy cream, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and dill.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce has thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Add half of the cheese and stir until melted. Then, add in the tortellini and peas. Toss to coat and garnish with the remaining cheese and additional dill, if desired.
Notes
-You can easily add crispy pancetta or bacon to this dish!
To STORE Lemon Tortellini, place leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where they will stay good for up to 3 days. While you can freeze the dish, the cream-based sauce may separate when thawed, so it’s best enjoyed fresh.
To REHEAT, gently warm it on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of reserved pasta water or extra cream to keep the sauce smooth. Avoid using the microwave to prevent overcooking the tortellini.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 763kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 132mg | Sodium: 1149mg | Potassium: 176mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1266IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 369mg | Iron: 4mg
