Description
This Cajun Cheese Tortellini is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings together cheese tortellini and a spicy Cajun sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 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 chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Toss in the cooked tortellini until well coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made with either fresh or frozen tortellini.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg