Description

This Creamy Cajun Chicken Tortellini in Velveeta Garlic Cheese Sauce brings the heat and comfort to your dinner table in under 30 minutes. Perfectly seared Cajun chicken is paired with tender cheese tortellini and smothered in a rich, garlicky Velveeta cheese sauce. It’s bold, creamy, and totally satisfying.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast or thighs

9 oz cheese tortellini

1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed

3/4 cup heavy cream

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry and cut into bite-sized chunks or leave whole. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil or butter. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

3. In a medium saucepan, cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

4. Lower the heat on the skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.

5. Add heavy cream and stir in Velveeta cheese gradually until melted and smooth.

6. Return chicken and tortellini to the skillet and stir to coat everything in the creamy sauce.

7. Garnish with chopped parsley and cracked pepper before serving.

Notes

Don’t overcook the tortellini; it should be al dente to hold up in the sauce.

Use a non-stick skillet to avoid cheese sticking or burning during sauce prep.

Add a splash of cream or milk when reheating to revive the smooth texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Cajun American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 630
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 890mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: Cajun chicken tortellini, creamy Velveeta pasta