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Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Sauce

Cajun Chicken Tortellini with Garlic Sauce


  • Author: Emily Wilkinson
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 10 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

Preparation

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: In a bowl, toss the diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

Step 3: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for about 6–7 minutes, or until browned and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 4: Reduce the heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, just until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to deglaze the pan. Let the mixture simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.

Step 5: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce turns creamy. Add the cooked tortellini and chicken to the skillet, tossing everything until evenly coated in the sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 680
  • Sodium: 890
  • Protein: 36