Creamy Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Experience a burst of flavor with this Creamy Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Parmesan Sauce. This delightful dish combines tender chicken and cheesy tortellini enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce, seasoned with zesty Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that promises to impress your family and friends. With its comforting texture and savory taste, this recipe is bound to become a favorite at your dining table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz cheese tortellini
- 1½ lbs boneless chicken breast
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4½ tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2¼ tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 4½ oz Velveeta cheese
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 oz cream cheese
- 1½ tsp Dijon mustard
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter, then sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, add garlic, then pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well.
- Add Velveeta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cream cheese until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and lemon juice, then add the cooked tortellini and chicken to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1¼ cups (300g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 150mg