Description

This bold and comforting Cajun Garlic Chicken Tortellini in Three-Cheese Cream is a mouthwatering dinner idea you’ll make again and again. Juicy Cajun-seasoned chicken is pan-seared to perfection, then tossed with tender cheese tortellini in a rich, velvety sauce made from mozzarella, Parmesan, and cream cheese. The creamy garlic base, balanced with the smoky heat of Cajun seasoning, delivers a luxurious flavor in under 45 minutes — ideal for busy nights or when you want an easy dinner recipe with a touch of indulgence. If you’re looking for quick comfort food ideas, easy pasta dinners, or just need some new weeknight meal inspiration, this one hits all the marks.

Ingredients

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil

salt and black pepper to taste

18 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic minced

1 cup heavy cream

4 ounces cream cheese cubed

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning optional

¼ to ½ cup reserved pasta water

chopped fresh parsley for garnish

extra Parmesan for garnish

crushed red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions

1. Pat chicken breasts dry and slice into cutlets if preferred. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

3. In a medium pot, boil salted water. Add tortellini and cook per package directions. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.

4. In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30–60 seconds.

5. Pour in heavy cream and stir. Add cubed cream cheese and stir until fully melted and smooth.

6. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

7. Season the sauce with additional Cajun spice, salt, and pepper as needed.

8. Slice cooked chicken and return to the pan with tortellini. Toss everything together until fully coated and heated through.

9. Garnish with parsley, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting texture — it makes a big difference in the sauce.

Always let the chicken rest before slicing to retain its juices and avoid drying out.

Add reserved pasta water gradually to control sauce thickness without losing flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: One-pan / stovetop
Cuisine: Cajun-Italian fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 1 ½ cups
Calories: 685
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 21g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: creamy chicken pasta, cajun tortellini, easy dinner, three cheese sauce