This is so good! It’s on regular rotation in my house full of hungry boys.
This creamy and cheesy skillet dish is a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s packed with flavor. Tender shrimp, flavorful tortellini, and a rich Alfredo sauce come together to create a satisfying and comforting dish.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shrimp, peeled and deveined | 1 lb |
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Garlic, minced | 3 cloves |
| Cheese tortellini | 1 package (19 oz) |
| Heavy cream | 1 ½ cups |
| Parmesan cheese, freshly grated | 1 cup |
| Mozzarella cheese, shredded | 1 cup |
| Butter | 1 tablespoon |
| Italian seasoning | ½ teaspoon |
| Garlic powder | ½ teaspoon |
| Onion powder | ½ teaspoon |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional) | – |
Optional Add-Ins:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Baby spinach | 1 cup |
| Sun-dried tomatoes | ¼ cup |
| Red pepper flakes | To taste |
Instructions:
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add shrimp to skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and fully cooked. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
- Cook the Tortellini: While sauce is simmering, cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Combine the Tortellini, Shrimp, and Sauce: Add cooked tortellini to skillet with Alfredo sauce, stirring gently to coat pasta. Return cooked shrimp to skillet and toss everything together.
- Add the Cheese and Bake: Preheat oven’s broiler to high. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over top of tortellini and shrimp mixture. Transfer skillet to oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove skillet from oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve Cheesy Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo hot and enjoy!
