Creamy Cajun Chicken Tortellini in Velveeta Garlic Cheese Sauce
Bold Cajun-seasoned chicken meets tender cheese-filled tortellini in a luscious Velveeta garlic cheese sauce. Perfect for an easy dinner, this one-pan pasta blends smoky spice with creamy, cheesy indulgence. Ideal for weeknight meals or when you’re craving comfort food, it’s ready in under 40 minutes and pairs wonderfully with simple sides like garlic bread or a crisp salad.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry, season with Cajun seasoning, and sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and slice.
- Cook tortellini in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup pasta water.
- Melt butter in the skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds, add heavy cream, and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Velveeta until melted and smooth.
- Add tortellini to the sauce, toss gently, and add pasta water if needed.
- Return chicken to skillet, heat through, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use freshly grated garlic for the most robust flavor. Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 890mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg
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