Description
This Creamy Cajun Chicken Tortellini in Velveeta Garlic Cheese Sauce is your new go-to for an easy dinner idea that feels like a restaurant treat. It’s packed with juicy chicken, cheesy tortellini, and smothered in a garlicky, velvety sauce with just the right amount of Cajun kick. Whether you’re searching for quick comfort food, healthy-ish weeknight meals, or just fresh food ideas, this dish hits all the right notes for satisfying, simple, and crave-worthy dinner ideas.
Ingredients
1 pound chicken breast, diced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
9 ounces cheese tortellini
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Season the chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, sauté the garlic until fragrant.
5. Add cream, chicken broth, and Velveeta. Stir until melted and smooth.
6. Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain.
7. Add chicken and tortellini to the sauce. Stir and simmer for a few minutes.
8. Serve hot, optionally garnished with parsley or extra Cajun spice.
Notes
For less spice, use a mild Cajun blend or reduce seasoning.
Add a splash of cream when reheating to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: easy dinner, chicken tortellini, creamy pasta, weeknight dinner, Velveeta recipes