Description
Indulge in a comforting and flavor-packed dish with Cajun Garlic Chicken Tortellini in Three-Cheese Cream. This recipe combines tender chicken, savory Cajun seasoning, and a creamy, cheesy sauce that’ll have you coming back for seconds. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal, this tortellini dish is sure to delight your taste buds and warm your soul.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cheese tortellini
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Season and Cook the Chicken: Toss the chicken pieces with the Cajun seasoning. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
2. Sauté Garlic and Make the Cream Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter and minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring often.
3. Add the Cheeses and Seasonings: Gradually add the Parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses, stirring constantly until they are fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Season the sauce with the dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper. If desired, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
4. Cook and Combine Tortellini and Chicken: While the sauce is cooking, boil the tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the tortellini and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and gently mix everything together to ensure the tortellini and chicken are well coated.
5. Finish and Serve: Let the Cajun Garlic Chicken Tortellini in Three-Cheese Cream cook together for an additional 2 minutes. Serve the dish hot, garnished with fresh parsley or thyme, and an extra pinch of Cajun seasoning or black pepper if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with plant-based protein sources, such as sautéed tofu or mushrooms. For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortellini or substitute with zucchini noodles or cauliflower gnocchi.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg