Description
Experience the rich flavors of Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp paired perfectly with creamy three-cheese tortellini in this delightful dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella; cook until cheese is melted.
- Add cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the Cajun seasoning.
- Add additional vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers for more nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
Keywords: Cajun, shrimp, tortellini, creamy, dinner