Savory Stove-Top Chicken Tortellini with Roasted Tomato Basil Sauce

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Tortellini:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced

For the Sauce:
- 1 cup roasted tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream
- 3 cups tortellini

For the Garnish:
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (your choice: Parmesan or mozzarella recommended)
- Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and set aside to rest.

2. Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add a tablespoon of olive oil and the chopped onions. Sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in roasted tomatoes and basil leaves. Cook for another 2 minutes until the tomatoes softens.
- Pour in the cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

3. Cook the Tortellini:
- Cook the tortellini in a pot of boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. This usually takes about 6-7 minutes.

4. Combine and Serve:
- Slice the rested chicken breasts into strips.
- Add the cooked tortellini and chicken strips to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top and let it melt slightly.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time: PT15M
15 minutes

Cooking Time: PT25M
25 minutes

Total Time

PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Chicken Tortellini, Roasted Tomato Basil, Easy Dinner Recipe, Gourmet Stove-Top, Italian-Inspired, Quick Meal, Creamy Sauce, Weeknight Dinner, Savory Chicken Pasta, Flavorful Tortellini

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,600 calories

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