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Super Easy Chicken Pesto Tortellini Recipe + Video

Chicken Pesto Tortellini is bursting with all the best Italian flavors. Tomatoes help bring the sauce together and add a tangy, sweet flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 387
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 19 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
  • 12 ounces precooked chicken
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto

Method
 

  1. Place a 4 quart pot filled ⅔ full of water on a burner over high heat. Cover and bring to a boil. Once water is boiling, add a few tablespoons of salt to the water.Add tortellini and cook until just barely tender, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile; wash tomatoes and cut each in half. Set aside. Cut chicken into bite size pieces. Drain tortellini and return to pot. Add chicken, tomatoes and pesto.
  3. Stir to combine. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 387kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 511mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

  • For best texture, cook the tortellini just until al dente; overcooking can make them mushy. Aim for a tender bite after 2-3 minutes.
  • If you're using rotisserie chicken, shred it while the tortellini cooks to save time and ensure even distribution in the dish.
  • Consider making your own pesto if you have fresh basil on hand; it elevates the flavor and allows you to control the ingredients.
  • To add more veggies, toss in some spinach or kale when you mix in the chicken and pesto; they’ll wilt nicely and boost the nutrition.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water to prevent drying out.

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