Cajun Cream Chicken Tortellini
Seared chicken, onion, and bell pepper tossed with cheese tortellini in a creamy cayenne and paprika sauce.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breasts sliced thin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 1 medium bell pepper sliced
- 12 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
Cooking
- Season. Toss the chicken with the spices and salt.
- Sear. Cook the chicken in oil for 5 minutes and set aside.
- Soften. Cook the onion and pepper for 4 minutes.
- Sauce. Add the cream and broth and simmer 3 minutes.
- Combine. Add the tortellini and chicken and cook 4 to 5 minutes.
Notes
Substitutions: Use half and half or shrimp.
Tips: Start with less cayenne.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition is calculated per serving.