Description
Pesto Chicken Tortellini is a delightful Italian-inspired dish that combines tender tortellini, juicy chicken, and a creamy pesto sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you crave comfort food that’s quick to prepare yet full of flavor. Each bite is a symphony of garlic, basil, and cheese that will transport you to an Italian café. Impress your friends and family with this eye-catching dish that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 500g)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 12 oz (340g) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in the pesto sauce.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir continuously for about 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions in salted boiling water for about 3-4 minutes until al dente.
- Drain the tortellini and toss it in the creamy pesto mixture until well coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For extra nutrition, consider adding spinach or substituting chicken with shrimp. Homemade pesto elevates the dish but store-bought works well too. Always salt your pasta water generously for optimal flavor.