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One-Pan Pesto Chicken with Tortellini and Veggies - Quick and Delicious Meal

One-Pan Pesto Chicken, Tortellini, and Veggies

A comforting, all-in-one meal that's easy to prepare for busy weeknights, featuring chicken, tortellini, and fresh vegetables in a delicious pesto sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 breasts chicken breasts provides protein and a tender texture
  • 1 cup tortellini (fresh or frozen) offers a delightful chewiness
  • 1 cup asparagus trimmed and cut into pieces, adds freshness and crunch
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved, contributes moisture and sweetness
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce adds rich, herbaceous flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil provides moisture and aids in cooking
  • to taste Salt and pepper enhances overall flavor

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet carefully.
  • Cook the chicken for about 5–7 minutes on one side without moving it around.
  • Flip the chicken to the other side and continue cooking until fully cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.

Cooking

  • In the same skillet, add the tortellini and enough water to cover it based on package directions.
  • Stir gently as it cooks, ensuring it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
  • After a few minutes, add the cut asparagus and halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Stir together, letting the vegetables soften slightly while the tortellini finishes cooking.
  • Once everything is cooked, return the chicken to the skillet.
  • Pour the pesto sauce over the chicken, tortellini, and veggies, mixing everything well.
  • Give the dish a gentle stir, ensuring every element is coated in pesto.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed and serve warm.

Notes

Allow chicken to rest after cooking for optimal tenderness. Use fresh pesto for a more vibrant flavor. Customize by adding different vegetables based on what you have on hand.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g
Keyword comfort food, easy dinner, One-Pan Meal, Pesto Chicken, Tortellini Recipe
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