Description

Cajun Garlic Chicken Tortellini in Three-Cheese Cream is a bold and creamy dinner recipe featuring spicy Cajun chicken, rich cheese sauce, and tender tortellini. Perfect for weeknight comfort or special occasions, this pasta dish satisfies every craving for spice and indulgence.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil

3 garlic cloves, minced

9 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini

1 cup heavy cream

4 ounces cream cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

3. Cook the cheese tortellini in salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water.

4. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in a bit more olive oil until fragrant.

5. Add heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Stir in cream cheese, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

6. Return the cooked chicken and tortellini to the skillet and gently mix to coat everything in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use fresh refrigerated tortellini for best results.

Adjust Cajun seasoning to control spice level.

Add a splash of milk when reheating leftovers to keep the sauce creamy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 610
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 145mg