Irresistible Creamy Shrimp and Spinach Tortellini Weeknight Dinner Win
A creamy, flavorful weeknight dinner featuring tender shrimp, fresh spinach, and cheese tortellini in a garlicky Parmesan sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
· 12 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
· 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
· 2 tablespoons olive oil
· 3 cloves garlic, minced
· 1 small onion, finely chopped
· 2 cups fresh spinach
· 1 cup heavy cream
· ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
· ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
· Salt and black pepper, to taste
· Juice of half a lemon
· Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
5. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in Parmesan until smooth. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
6. Add cooked tortellini and shrimp to the skillet, toss gently to coat, and squeeze lemon juice over the top.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately.
Notes
· Use fresh shrimp and spinach for best flavor.
· Adjust cream thickness by adding pasta water or letting sauce reduce.
· Can substitute chicken or tofu for shrimp.
· Best enjoyed fresh; cream sauce may separate if frozen.