Description
Pesto Chicken Tortellini and Veggies is a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish that brings together juicy chicken, cheesy tortellini, and vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in aromatic basil pesto. This colorful meal is quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with friends and family. The combination of fresh ingredients not only delivers a burst of flavor but also provides a nutritious option packed with protein and essential vitamins. Serve this dish family-style or plated individually, and enjoy the versatility by swapping out vegetables or using different types of tortellini to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup uncooked tortellini
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 lb asparagus
- ¼ cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken thighs seasoned with salt and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 5-10 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from skillet, keeping the oil.
- In the same skillet, add asparagus seasoned with salt and remaining sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for about 5-10 minutes until tender yet crisp. Transfer to a serving plate.
- Prepare tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Return chicken to the skillet, add pesto, and stir to coat evenly. Reheat for 1-2 minutes, then mix in the cooked tortellini and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Serve on a plate with asparagus alongside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg