Sheet Pan Broccoli Tortellini Bake Recipe
This Sheet Pan Broccoli Tortellini Bake is a vibrant and hearty one-pan meal featuring roasted broccoli, savory chicken sausage, and creamy cheese tortellini, all topped with melted parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner, this dish combines roasting and baking techniques for a comforting, cheesy bake with a delightful crisp on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 1/2 lbs fresh broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Proteins
- 11 oz chicken sausage, sliced
Pasta and Cheese
- 16 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 8 oz grated parmesan cheese
Other
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF to prepare for roasting the broccoli.
- Prepare Broccoli: Toss the broccoli florets with the minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large sheet pan, ensuring the pieces are evenly coated.
- Roast Broccoli: Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast the broccoli for 10 minutes until it turns bright green and remains crisp.
- Increase Oven Temperature: Once the broccoli is roasted, raise the oven temperature to 450ºF to get the tortellini bake nicely browned.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted broccoli, sliced chicken sausage, frozen cheese tortellini, the remaining 4 tablespoons of olive oil, and half of the grated parmesan cheese. Stir until everything is well mixed.
- Prepare Sheet Pan: Lightly coat another sheet pan with olive oil to prevent sticking and pour the combined mixture evenly onto the pan.
- Bake the Tortellini: Bake this mixture in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese over the top. Optionally, add red chili flakes for a bit of heat before serving.
Notes
- Using fresh broccoli ensures a vibrant color and crisp texture; frozen broccoli can be substituted but may alter texture.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute chicken sausage with plant-based sausage or additional vegetables.
- For an extra cheesy topping, add mozzarella or fontina cheese along with parmesan before baking.
- Ensure the tortellini is frozen; do not thaw to prevent mushy texture during baking.
- To add spice, sprinkle red chili flakes before serving as suggested or mix in before baking for a milder heat.
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