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Creamy Garlic Tortellini

Creamy Garlic Tortellini

Creamy garlic butter tortellini with Cajun chicken. A cheesy, indulgent one-skillet meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Ready in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced into thick strips
  • 18 oz cheese tortellini fresh or refrigerated
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • q.s. Salt to taste
  • q.s. Black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 6 oz Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 3 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • q.s. Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large, deep skillet or Dutch oven
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cheese grater
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring it to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package instructions; drain and drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper over chicken strips. Heat olive oil and 3 tablespoons butter in a skillet and cook chicken until golden-brown. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Lower heat and add cubed Velveeta and cream cheese, stirring until melted. Gradually add mozzarella and Parmesan until fully incorporated.
  6. Stir in Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Add cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss until well-coated. Heat gently for a minute or two.
  8. Plate the tortellini and top with Cajun chicken strips and parsley for garnish.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 28gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to use boneless thighs for juicier meat, or skip the chicken entirely for a vegetarian option using sautéed mushrooms or spinach. If you’re short on cheese, just up the cream and mozzarella instead of using Velveeta. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. When reheating, add a splash of milk or broth to restore the creaminess. Experiment with additional ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes or bacon for variations!
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