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Creamy Lemon Shrimp Tortellini

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A delightful balance of seafood freshness and creamy goodness, this dish features tender shrimp and fluffy cheese tortellini in a rich, velvety lemon-infused sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 9 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup finely minced onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 3 ounces baby spinach
  • Zest and juice from 1 lemon
  • Sea salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the cheese tortellini. Cook according to the package directions—typically about 6 to 8 minutes—until they are al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced onion and garlic. Sauté them together until the onion is translucent, about three minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken stock, followed by the heavy cream and cream cheese. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring continuously until the cream cheese completely melts.
  4. Add the shrimp to the pan, cooking for about two minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Stir in the baby spinach and cook just until it wilts, which should take about one minute.
  5. Combine the cooked tortellini with the shrimp mixture. Finally, add the lemon zest and lemon juice, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together until well-coated.

Notes

For added flavor, consider using homemade chicken stock and finishing with freshly chopped herbs. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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