Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Sauce Recipe
Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Sauce is a delightful fusion of creamy, spicy flavors that brings restaurant-quality cuisine right to your kitchen. This dish features tender chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, perfectly complemented by cheese-filled tortellini and a luscious garlic cream sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it can be served as a hearty main course or part of an elaborate meal. With minimal prep and cooking time, you’ll have a satisfying dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. Your family will love the bold taste and comforting textures, making this recipe a new favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cajun Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
For the Tortellini and Sauce:
- 10 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Cajun Chicken: In a heated skillet, add olive oil and sauté seasoned diced chicken until fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes).
- Tortellini and Sauce: Boil water in a separate pot and cook cheese tortellini according to package instructions; drain. Pour heavy cream into the skillet with the chicken; stir in Parmesan until melted. Add cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the sauce; simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
