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Creamy Cajun Chicken Tortellini: An Amazing Ultimate Weeknight Dinner


  • Author: Leo
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 12 oz cheese tortellini
– 1 lb chicken breast, diced
– 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red and green)
– 1 cup spinach, chopped
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish


Instructions

Making Creamy Cajun Chicken Tortellini is straightforward. Follow these steps for a successful dish:

1. Cook Tortellini: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually around 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Season Chicken: In a bowl, toss the diced chicken with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
3. Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add chopped onion and diced bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and allow to cook for about 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet along with the chopped spinach. Stir until the spinach wilts and everything is heated through.
7. Mix in Tortellini: Gently fold in the cooked tortellini and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until well mixed and creamy.
8. Season to Taste: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to your preference.
9. Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

These clear instructions will help you put together this incredible dish with ease!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 620 kcal
  • Fat: 28g
  • Protein: 30g