Description
This Cajun Chicken Tortellini Alfredo recipe is a creamy, spicy, and comforting meal packed with juicy garlic Parmesan chicken bites, cheesy tortellini, and a rich Cajun Alfredo sauce. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this easy dish delivers bold flavors with minimal fuss. Keywords: Cajun Chicken Tortellini Alfredo, Cajun Alfredo sauce, creamy Cajun pasta, spicy tortellini recipe.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- Cajun seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- All-purpose flour
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
-
Season diced chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
-
Coat chicken pieces in a mixture of flour and grated Parmesan cheese.
-
In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in olive oil and butter until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
-
Cook tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and keep warm.
-
Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
-
Stir in heavy cream and a little more Cajun seasoning; simmer until sauce thickens.
-
Add cooked tortellini to the sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
-
Return cooked chicken to the pan and gently toss to combine.
-
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Swap shrimp for chicken for a seafood version.
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter sauce.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra vegetables.
- Increase the spice level with crushed red pepper flakes.
- Mix in extra cheeses like mozzarella or provolone for a richer, cheesier sauce.
