Skillet Cheese Tortellini with Ham & Peas - Under 30 Min!
Skillet Cheese Tortellini with Ham & Peas is one of my favorite throw-it-together weeknight meals. With cheesy pasta, smoky ham, sweet peas, and a silky Parmesan cream sauce—all cooked in a single pan—it’s rich, filling, and fast. Whether you’re using up leftovers or just craving comfort, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small shallot or ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 1½ cups cooked ham diced
- 1 20 oz cheese tortellini package refrigerated
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- salt
- black pepper
- fresh parsley or chives chopped
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large, deep skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped shallot or onion and garlic; cook for 1–2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the mushrooms and sauté for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they're tender and slightly golden.
- Stir in the ham and cook for another 2 minutes to warm through.
- Add the tortellini to the pan, then pour in the chicken broth and gently mix everything together.
- Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5–6 minutes, stirring a couple of times, until the tortellini is cooked and most of the broth is absorbed.
- Remove the lid and stir in the frozen peas and heavy cream. Simmer uncovered for 2–3 more minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Add the Parmesan and stir until the cheese is fully melted into the sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese and herbs if desired.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Use refrigerated tortellini for speed, but frozen works too—just increase the simmer time.
- Don’t skip the mushrooms—they add depth and make the dish feel more filling. If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of cream or broth to loosen it.
- Want to add a little kick? A dash of red pepper flakes does the trick.
- Got leftover ham from the holidays? This is a fantastic way to make it into something completely new.
Nutrition
Calories: 396kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 19gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 1171mgPotassium: 505mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1340IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 211mgIron: 2mg
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