One-Pan Pesto Chicken with Tortellini and Veggies
A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, tortellini, fresh veggies, and rich pesto, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Chicken Breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 Cup Tortellini, fresh or frozen
- 1 Cup Asparagus, trimmed
- 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 Cup Pesto Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- Parmesan Cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Gather and prepare the asparagus and tomatoes.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil, season chicken, and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add the veggies: Once the chicken is cooked, add asparagus and tomatoes, sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate the tortellini: Add tortellini and stir to combine, cooking according to package instructions.
- Add the pesto: Pour pesto over the mixture, tossing to coat everything evenly.
- Finishing touches: Let simmer for another minute, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.
- Serve it up: Transfer to a serving platter or serve directly from the pan.
Notes
For a creamy version, consider stirring in heavy cream after adding the pesto. Feel free to substitute proteins or add more veggies based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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