One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini – Easy & Comforting

Looking for a dinner recipe with cream sauce that’s rich, comforting, and comes together in one pot? This One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini hits every note creamy, garlicky, and packed with tender shrimp.

I still remember my mom making easy family dinner recipes like this after long shifts, somehow turning chaos into calm. It’s more than food. It’s how I care. And it’s a truly budget-friendly seafood recipe you’ll want on repeat.

One-Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini: My Go-To Weeknight Wonder

After long days, I needed more than takeout I needed comfort fast. This One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini became my ritual: a creamy garlic pasta sauce, tender shrimp, and zero fuss. It’s one of my favorite quick one-pot meals for dinner.

Ingredients for One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini

• 1 lb cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 package (10 oz) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed and chopped
• Zest of 1/2 lemon

Instructions: One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini

Step 1: Sauté the aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, cook for 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.

• Stuffani’s tip: This smell is my kitchen’s heartbeat. When it hits, I know I’m doing something right.

Step 2: Add the veggies
Stir in bell pepper and thawed spinach. Cook for 4–5 minutes until tender.

• Stuffani’s tip: I add spinach even when I’m tired it’s the quickest way to feed my people something green.

Step 3: Season and cook the shrimp
Add salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir. Add shrimp and cook 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

• Stuffani’s tip: The moment shrimp turns pink feels like a little victory quick wins matter on hard days.

Step 4: Simmer the tortellini
Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer. Add tortellini and cook per package instructions (fresh: 3–5 min, frozen: 7–9 min).

• Stuffani’s tip: One pot, no boiling extra water? That’s a busy-mom dream. Fewer dishes = more peace.

Step 5: Make it creamy
Lower heat. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, zest, and sun-dried tomatoes. Mix until creamy.

• Stuffani’s tip: This is where it goes from good to magic. Cheese and cream? Instant love language.

Step 6: Bring it together
Return shrimp to the pot. Stir in basil. Taste and adjust seasoning.

• Stuffani’s tip: That basil at the end? It’s not just garnish it’s a little softness to finish the day.

Step 7: Serve and garnish
Spoon into bowls, top with extra Parmesan and basil. Serve warm.

• Stuffani’s tip: I serve this with crusty bread and zero apologies. It’s cozy, it’s rich, and it’s mine.

Pair this with Simple Bacon Tortellini Alfredo for a tortellini night done two ways.

One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini Variations & Easy Custom Swaps

• This One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini?
• It’s built for both kinds of nights.
• It’s forgiving. Flexible. Still fancy on a Tuesday.

Quick swaps with whatever’s in your kitchen

Best One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini Recipe:

• No spinach? Toss in frozen peas or chopped kale same green, same glow
• Out of tortellini? Try gnocchi or bowtie pasta for a twist
• No shrimp? Use leftover grilled chicken it still fits the creamy garlic pasta vibe
• Still stands tall among budget-friendly seafood meals when shrimp’s on sale

Simple ways to make it your own

Best One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini Recipe:

• Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for a flavor boost
• Stir in a spoon of pesto at the end for herb-forward depth
• Spice it up with Cajun seasoning or chili oil for heat
• Serve with Creamy Mozzarella Chicken Linguine in Garlic Cajun for a duo of creamy pasta indulgence

Serving and Storing One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini

How to serve best One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini

Best One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini Recipe:

• Serve straight from the pot with extra grated Parmesan
• Spoon into shallow bowls for that cozy, creamy feel
• Add lemon wedges on the side for a bright contrast
• Pair it with Simple Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Salmon for the ultimate seafood dinner night
• One of my favorite healthy shrimp dinner recipes that still feels like comfort food

How to store it right

Best One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini Recipe:

• Let it cool completely before storing to avoid extra moisture
• Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days
• Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth or cream
• Tastes just as rich the next day true to its place in budget-friendly seafood meals
• One more reason I keep this on rotation for quick one-pot meals for dinner

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Conclusion

• When dinner needs to be comforting but time is tight, this One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini never lets me down.
• It’s creamy, bold, and feels like you did the most even if you didn’t.
• From tired evenings to weekend reset meals, this is the kind of easy family dinner recipe that lives on repeat in my kitchen.

One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini

• Author: Stuffani Borjat
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Dinner
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American

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Description

This One Pot Shrimp and Creamy Garlic Tortellini is your weeknight dinner hero. Creamy, garlicky, and full of tender shrimp, it’s a quick one-pot meal made to comfort without the cleanup. Perfect for seafood lovers and busy families!

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Ingredients

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• 1 lb cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 package (10 oz) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed and chopped
• Zest of 1/2 lemon

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Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, cook for 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.

Step 2: Add the veggies
Stir in bell pepper and thawed spinach. Cook for 4–5 minutes until tender.

Step 3: Season and cook the shrimp
Add salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir. Add shrimp and cook 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

Step 4: Simmer the tortellini
Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer. Add tortellini and cook per package instructions (fresh: 3–5 min, frozen: 7–9 min).

Step 5: Make it creamy
Lower heat. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, zest, and sun-dried tomatoes. Mix until creamy.

Step 6: Bring it together
Return shrimp to the pot. Stir in basil. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Step 7: Serve and garnish
Spoon into bowls, top with extra Parmesan and basil. Serve warm.

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Notes

Use fresh or frozen tortellini adjust cook time accordingly.

Sauté shrimp separately to avoid overcooking.

Optional: add more crushed red pepper for heat or serve with crusty garlic bread for dipping.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 670
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 920mg
• Fat: 32g
• Saturated Fat: 17g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 48g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 45g
• Cholesterol: 180mg

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