Tortellini With Chicken Recipe
Cheese Tortellini with Sauteed Chicken in a Creamy Pesto Sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Chicken
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Tortellini
Add the cheese tortellini to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes, until they float to the top. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Chicken
- 3
Season Chicken
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Sauté Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Making the Sauce
- 5
- 6
Add Cream and Pesto
Pour in the heavy cream and pesto sauce, stirring well to combine. Allow to simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
- 7
Incorporate Cheese and Basil
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, mixing until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Combining Ingredients
- 8
Combine Tortellini and Sauce
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the creamy pesto sauce. Toss gently to coat the tortellini evenly.
- 9
Slice Chicken
Slice the sautéed chicken breasts into strips.
- 10
Serve
Plate the tortellini and top with sliced chicken. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.
