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Pesto Chicken with Tortellini and Spring Veggies

A bright and flavorful one-pan skillet dish featuring seared chicken, tortellini, asparagus, and cherry tomatoes in a delicious basil pesto sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless Pound thicker breasts for even cooking.
  • 1 cup Pesto sauce Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 package Tortellini (fresh or frozen) Cheese-filled recommended.
  • 1 bunch Asparagus, trimmed Green beans or broccoli can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved Fresh preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For cooking.
  • Salt and pepper to taste For seasoning.
  • Parmesan cheese for serving Grated for finishing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes per side depending on thickness.
  3. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, add the trimmed asparagus and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bright green and just tender.
  2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing them to soften.
  3. Stir in the tortellini and 1 cup pesto sauce, tossing gently to coat. Ensure frozen tortellini is warmed through and tender.
  4. Slice the rested chicken and return the slices to the skillet, tucking them among the tortellini and vegetables.
  5. Cook everything together for another 2–3 minutes so the flavors meld and the chicken reheats.
  6. Serve hot, finishing each plate with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 38gFat: 30g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 3–4 days. For best results, reheat gently with a splash of water.

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