Velvety Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Three-Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Velvety Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Three-Cheese Sauce. This comforting dish features tender chicken and flavorful cheese tortellini enveloped in a luscious three-cheese sauce, enhanced with a hint of Cajun spice for that perfect kick. Ideal for family dinners or cozy date nights, this recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes! Serve it with fresh herbs, crusty bread, or a light salad to elevate your meal. Enjoy a taste experience that’s both satisfying and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 20 oz cheese tortellini
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Toss chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown (about 6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and let simmer.
- Stir in softened cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Mix in smoked paprika and black pepper, then add cooked tortellini and Cajun chicken. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 135mg