Description
A delicious and creamy Cajun Alfredo tortellini dish loaded with flavor and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced bell pepper and sauté until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the cooked chicken and Cajun seasoning, stirring to combine.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- This recipe can be made with shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood twist.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun, Alfredo, Tortellini, Skillet, Recipe