Description
Looking for the best pesto chicken tortellini recipe? This easy, quick, and creamy pasta dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and simple meal ideas! Packed with cheesy pasta, juicy chicken, and a rich pesto sauce, it’s the best comfort food when you need something fast, healthy, and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 10 oz cheese tortellini
- 2 cups cooked chicken diced
- 1/3 cup pesto sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil tortellini in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the cooked chicken to the skillet and warm for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in the pesto sauce and toss to coat the chicken.
- Add the tortellini and mix everything together gently.
- Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle Parmesan on top.
- Serve immediately with extra pesto or cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Add spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra veggies.
- Double the pesto if you love a saucier pasta.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian