Description
A delicious and creamy dish featuring Cajun-spiced chicken and tortellini in a rich garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups tortellini
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 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 chicken and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- 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
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg