To make shrimp tortellini alfredo in one pan, sear 1 lb of seasoned shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side and set it aside. In the same skillet, melt butter with garlic, add heavy cream and whisk in freshly grated parmesan. Then simmer a 9 oz package of refrigerated cheese tortellini right in the sauce with 1 cup of broth for 5 to 6 minutes. Stir the shrimp back in with baby spinach. It serves 4 in about 30 minutes.
Tortellini Shrimp Alfredo is the ultimate one pan family-loved meal. Perfect for busy families, this dish features a creamy homemade alfredo sauce that everyone will love. The best part is this shrimp alfredo recipe all comes together easily in one-pan for simple cleanup and more time to enjoy a delicious meal.
If you are looking for recipes that your family will actually eat, you have come to the right place! This easy tortellini shrimp alfredo recipe is a family favorite and regular on our meal rotation.
This shrimp and tortellini alfredo dish is not only incredibly delicious but also a breeze to make. It’s perfect for those hectic weeknights or when you’re entertaining guests. You are going to fall in love with this easy-to-make alfredo sauce, especially because it’s all made in one pan.
why your whole family will love tortellini shrimp alfredo
This Tortellini Shrimp Alfredo is a crowd-pleaser for several reasons. First, it’s a one-pan meal, which means less cleanup and more time to spend with your loved ones. The combination of tender tortellini, succulent shrimp, and a rich, creamy alfredo sauce is simply irresistible.
Plus, it’s versatile enough to serve at a casual family dinner or a festive gathering. Trust me, once you try this shrimp alfredo dish, it will become a regular on your meal rotation!
the secret to the best alfredo sauce
One of the key components of this recipe is the alfredo sauce. The secret to its incredible flavor lies in using freshly grated parmesan cheese. Unlike store-bought shredded cheese, freshly grated parmesan melts beautifully and integrates smoothly into the sauce, providing a rich, authentic taste.
Pre-shredded cheese often contains additives like cornstarch to prevent clumping, which can affect the sauce’s texture.
Tip: If you only have pre-shredded cheese on hand, try rinsing it in a strainer under cold water to remove the cornstarch. This simple step can help improve the sauce’s consistency.
This recipe was inspired by a dish I tasted at a New Year’s Eve party, and I knew I had to recreate it for my family. Now, it’s your turn to enjoy this delightful meal. Shall we get started?
ingredients
alfredo sauce
- butter
- garlic
- heavy cream
- freshly grated parmesan cheese
- a pinch of nutmeg
shrimp + Tortellini
- olive oil
- large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- broth
- baby spinach (optional)
- lemon wedges (optional) for serving
how to make one pan tortellini shrimp alfredo
You’ll find the exact amounts and printable steps in the recipe card below. Here’s what each step looks like, plus the little things that make it work.
Prepare the Shrimp
1. Season the shrimp. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
2. Sear the shrimp. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Make the alfredo sauce
3. Start the sauce. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add cream and parmesan. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
5. Season. Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
cook the tortellini
6. Simmer the tortellini. Add the tortellini and chicken broth to the skillet with the alfredo sauce. Stir to combine. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini are tender and cooked through.
combine and serve
7. Combine and serve. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the baby spinach if using. Stir everything together until the shrimp are heated through and the spinach is wilted. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
what to serve with shrimp tortellini alfredo
Keep it simple with a green salad, roasted broccoli or green beans, and a slice of garlic bread to soak up the extra alfredo sauce.
how to store and reheat shrimp tortellini alfredo
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container within 2 hours and enjoy within 3 to 4 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat with a splash of broth or cream, stirring until warmed through, so the sauce stays creamy and the shrimp don’t overcook.
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shrimp tortellini alfredo FAQs
Yes. Thaw it first and pat it dry so it sears instead of steams. Use 1 lb of large shrimp, peeled and deveined.
No. The refrigerated cheese tortellini cooks right in the alfredo sauce with 1 cup of broth in about 5 to 6 minutes, so everything stays in one pan.
Pre-shredded parmesan often contains anti-clumping additives like cornstarch. Use freshly grated parmesan, or rinse pre-shredded cheese in a strainer under cold water, and whisk it in over low heat.
Yes. The baby spinach is optional. Leave it out or stir in another tender green.
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Easy One Pan Tortellini Shrimp Alfredo (A Family Favorite)
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Ingredients
for the alfredo sauce
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, make sure to use freshly grated parmesan cheese – see notes if you only have store-bought shredded cheese on hand.
- a pinch of nutmeg, optional
- salt and pepper, to taste
for the shrimp and tortellini
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 package (about 9 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup baby spinach , optional
- lemon wedges , optional for serving
Instructions
prepare the shrimp
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
make the alfredo sauce
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and gradually whisk in the parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
cook the tortellini
- Add the tortellini and chicken broth to the skillet with the alfredo sauce. Stir to combine. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini are tender and cooked through.
combine and serve
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the baby spinach if using. Stir everything together until the shrimp are heated through and the spinach is wilted. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
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Donna Decoteau
We made this tonight and it was beyond delicious!!!! Sarah has a way with taking recipes to the next level. We will be making this again and again!!! 😋
Sarah Troester
Thank you so much for the comment! Means the world to us!
Kyle
I loved this!