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Shrimp Tortellini with Garlic Sauce

Delicious Shrimp Tortellini with Garlic Sauce in 30 Minutes

Creamy Shrimp Tortellini with Garlic Sauce is a quick and comforting dish that combines tender tortellini, shrimp, and a luscious garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 2 lbs Large Shrimp Peeled, deveined, and tail-off
For the Tortellini
  • 20 oz Refrigerated Three Cheese Tortellini Buitoni recommended
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Olive or Grapeseed Oil High smoke point oil
  • 1/3 cup Dry White Wine Substitute with chicken stock if preferred
  • 8 tbsp Unsalted Butter Margarine or vegan butter can substitute
  • 2 tbsp Minced Garlic Fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 6 oz Seafood or Chicken Stock
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Consider non-dairy option
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Light cream can be substituted
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil Fresh basil can be used
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Vegan cheese can substitute
For the Greens
  • 5 oz Fresh Baby Spinach Kale or drained frozen spinach can substitute

Equipment

  • 12-inch skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the shrimp with all-purpose seasoning and let rest while heating oil in a skillet.
  2. Sear the shrimp in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  3. Deglaze the skillet with white wine, then add butter and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  4. Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in stock and cream cheese until smooth.
  5. Simmer the sauce with heavy cream and dried basil for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions and drain.
  7. Fold spinach into the sauce until wilted, then add red pepper and Parmesan.
  8. Combine cooked tortellini and shrimp with the sauce, ensuring everything is well coated.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use pre-peeled shrimp for quicker prep. Adjust seasoning to taste and experiment with different veggies for customization.

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