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Cheesy Tortellini with Chicken and Veggies

A comforting and quick dish featuring cheesy tortellini, sautéed chicken, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 9 oz Cheese Tortellini Fresh or frozen
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Sliced
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar For flavor
  • 1 tbsp Honey For sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Italian Dressing For dressing
  • 8 oz Asparagus Chopped
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots For color and crunch
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing
  • to taste Salt and Pepper To enhance flavors
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Basil Chopped for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine Italian dressing, balsamic vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes.
Cooking
  1. Sauté sliced chicken breasts in olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, until golden brown.
  2. Glaze the chicken with some dressing and simmer.
  3. In the same pan, cook asparagus and shredded carrots.
  4. Combine the cooked vegetables, grape tomatoes, tortellini, and chicken in a large bowl.
  5. Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

For easier preparation, ingredients can be prepped in advance. This dish can be made ahead of time and is versatile; feel free to add more vegetables or swap proteins.