Tortellini with Chicken and Pesto

SERVES: 6

COOK TIME: 10 Min

Whip up something tasty with our recipe for Tortellini with Chicken and Pesto. You'll love how the cheesy tortellini and chicken come together with a delicious homemade pesto sauce. This fresh-tasting dish is great for a potluck or family dinner. Plus, it's ready in less than 15 minutes!

What You'll Need

2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves
1 cup olive oil
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup pine nuts or walnuts
2 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (20-ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 pounds cooked chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
1/4 cup chopped roasted red pepper

What to Do

In a blender or food processor, combine, basil, oil, Parmesan cheese, nuts, garlic, and salt; blend until smooth and set pesto aside.
In a large pot of boiling water, cook tortellini 6 to 7 minutes or until soft; drain and let cool slightly.
In a large bowl, place tortellini, chicken, and roasted pepper. Pour 3/4 cup pesto over tortellini mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.

Notes

Refrigerate any leftover pesto for later use. And if you prefer to use store-bought pesto, go ahead. Any kind will work!

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butch426 1485750

May 15, 2012

I cannot find the recipe for the pesto sauce!!!! I have looked all over and I keep getting weird sites but no recipe for pesto sauce. Since I've never made it, i really would like it. Help!