Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Sauce
Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Sauce is a vibrant dish that marries tender chicken and creamy garlic sauce with delightful cheese tortellini. This quick-to-make recipe brings the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning to your table, creating a comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its rich taste and simple preparation, it’s bound to become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it up hot, garnished with fresh herbs or extra cheese, and get ready to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 10 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cajun seasoning (to taste)
- Olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil if desired.
- Cook the diced chicken in the skillet, seasoned with Cajun seasoning, until browned and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes).
- While the chicken cooks, bring a pot of water to boil and cook the tortellini according to package instructions (3–5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet as the chicken, reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir well.
- Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add the drained tortellini into the skillet with the sauce; toss gently until well coated.
- Simmer for an additional minute to meld flavors before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg