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One Pot Wonder: Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini Delight

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A creamy and flavorful one-pot dish featuring shrimp and tortellini, perfect for a quick dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz tortellini (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
  2. Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and broth, stirring to combine, then bring to a simmer.
  4. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions (5-7 minutes).
  5. Stir in spinach and Parmesan, allowing spinach to wilt and cheese to melt. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute chicken for shrimp if desired.
  • This dish can be made with frozen tortellini; adjust cooking time as needed.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One Pot
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free tortellini)