Description
A delightful dish combining Cajun seasoning with creamy cheese and chicken over tortellini, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz tortellini
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until it is fragrant.
- Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Mix in the Parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses until they are melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and stir until it is well coated in the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Adjust the Cajun seasoning to suit your spice preference. Use fresh tortellini for a more flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg