Description
Pesto Chicken Tortellini and Veggies is a vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish that brings together succulent chicken, cheesy tortellini, and colorful vegetables, all coated in rich basil pesto. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this meal bursts with flavor and can be prepared in just 40 minutes. The combination of tender chicken and fresh veggies makes it not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a satisfying balance of protein and vitamins. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or tortellini varieties to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (sliced)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 lb asparagus (trimmed and halved)
- ¼ cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup tortellini (uncooked)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season sliced chicken with salt and add to the skillet along with sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for about 5-10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken and tomatoes but keep the oil in the skillet. Add asparagus, season with salt, and cook for another 5-10 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- While cooking the asparagus, prepare tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Return chicken to the skillet with basil pesto, stirring to coat evenly. Heat for another minute before adding cooked tortellini and cherry tomatoes; mix gently.
- Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 98mg