Creamy Shrimp Tortellini Delight 🧄🍤

A luscious pasta dish with tender shrimp, cheesy tortellini, and a rich creamy sauce.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 20 oz refrigerated three-cheese tortellini
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 8 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 6 oz seafood or chicken broth
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 5 oz fresh baby spinach
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• All-purpose seasoning for shrimp (e.g., garlic & herb blend, seasoning salt)

Instructions

1. Season Shrimp: Toss shrimp with your all-purpose seasoning.
2. Sear Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp in batches 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Sauce: Lower heat to medium. Add 6 tbsp butter and garlic, sauté 3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Thicken Sauce: Stir in flour until smooth. Slowly whisk in broth, then add cream cheese. Stir until creamy.
5. Add Cream & Basil: Pour in heavy cream and add dried basil. Simmer 5–7 minutes, stirring until thickened.
6. Cook Tortellini: Prepare as directed on package. Drain and set aside.
7. Combine & Serve: Stir spinach into sauce until wilted. Add red pepper flakes and Parmesan, stir until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt.
8. Bring it Together: Add tortellini and shrimp to sauce, stir gently to coat. Serve warm.

Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Nutrition: ~650 calories per serving
• Servings: 6

✨ A creamy, indulgent pasta dish that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions.