Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Tortellini in Garlic Cheese Sauce is a delightful dish that brings together the rich, bold flavors of Cajun seasoning and the comforting creaminess of cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe features tender chicken enveloped in a luscious garlic cheese sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The addition of cheesy tortellini elevates this meal into a satisfying feast that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- Toss chicken pieces with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika.
- Sear the chicken in a large skillet until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
- Whisk in flour to create a roux, then gradually add milk and chicken broth while whisking until smooth.
- Simmer the sauce until thickened (5-7 minutes), then stir in salt and pepper.
- Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and add to sauce.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth, then return seared chicken to the skillet.
- Mix everything gently until well combined and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg