5 from 39 votes
Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini Skillet
This Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini Skillet combines diced tomatoes, fresh basil, and cheese tortellini in a smooth, creamy sauce made with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. The addition of fresh spinach and oregano adds layers of freshness and herbaceous flavor. The recipe creates a rich, comforting one-pan meal with tender pasta enveloped in a slightly thickened tomato and cream sauce, ideal for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
5
Calories:
261 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 (20 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups spinach fresh baby
- 1/2 cup basil fresh
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese plus more for serving, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 9 ounces cheese tortellini refrigerated
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- Puree some of the tomatoes (14 oz) in a food processor until smooth.
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, add pureed tomatoes, garlic and heavy cream. Bring to a boil and stir. Reduce heat to low simmer and stir until slightly thickened.
- Increase heat to medium. Add spinach, basil, Parmesan cheese, oregano, tortellini and remaining tomatoes (including liquid) to the skillet. Stir until spinach is wilted. Add vegetable broth and press the tortellini below the liquid (if needed added a bit more cream or broth). Cook until the tortellini is warmed through, about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese and enjoy!
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Notes
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, cool completely and freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Thaw before reheating to maintain sauce consistency and texture.
Nutrition Information
Calories
261kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
8.6g
(17%)
Fat
13.9g
(21%)
Saturated Fat
8.1g
(41%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3.4g
(17%)
Cholesterol
49.7mg
(17%)
Sodium
947mg
(39%)
Potassium
340mg
(7%)
Fiber
1.5g
(6%)
Sugar
5.8g
(12%)
Vitamin A
905IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
10.5mg
(12%)
Calcium
200mg
(20%)
Iron
1.9mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 261kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 8.6g | 17% |
| Fat | 13.9g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1g | 41% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.4g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 49.7mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 947mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 340mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% |
| Sugar | 5.8g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 905IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 10.5mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 200mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.