Velvety Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Three-Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Velvety Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Three-Cheese Sauce, a creamy pasta dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This delightful recipe combines tender chicken pieces seasoned with zesty Cajun spices and envelops them in a rich, luscious cheese sauce made from a trio of cheeses. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special family dinners. The harmonious blend of spices and creamy textures will surely make this dish a favorite at your dining table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 20 oz package of cheese tortellini, cooked
Instructions
- Toss the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then add softened cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce with smoked paprika and black pepper.
- Mix in cooked tortellini and gently fold in the cooked chicken to coat thoroughly.
- Let simmer for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg