Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Sauce: Quick Gourmet Bliss

Indulge in Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Sauce, a quick and delicious meal that's both comforting and customizable.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Cajun

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 cups Diced Chicken Breasts Substitute with turkey or tofu if desired
2 tablespoons Cajun Spices Adjust based on preferred spice level
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with canola or vegetable oil

For the Sauce

1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter variation
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated for better melting

For the Tortellini

9 ounces Cheese Tortellini Fresh or frozen tortellini work well

For Garnish

1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Fresh basil can be substituted for another flavor

Equipment

large skillet
Medium Pot

Method

Cooking Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Pour in olive oil and warm until shimmering.
Season diced chicken with Cajun spices. Add to skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
In a medium pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add cheese tortellini and cook for 3-5 minutes according to package instructions.
Return to skillet, add heavy cream, and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Combine drained tortellini with the sauce and chicken. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Plate the dish, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.

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