Layered Tortellini Pesto Chicken Salad Food

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LAYERED TORTELLINI PESTO CHICKEN SALAD



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Loads of flavor in seven lovely layers!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 cup frozen sweet peas (from 1-lb bag)
5 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 1/2 cups julienne (matchstick-cut) carrots
2 cups chopped or strips grilled chicken
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/2 cup basil pesto
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil leaves

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini as directed on package, adding peas during last 4 minutes of cook time. Drain; rinse immediately with cold water. Pat with paper towels to remove moisture.
  • In 3- or 4-quart clear bowl, layer the lettuce, the carrots, chicken, peas, the tortellini, and bell pepper.
  • In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, pesto and buttermilk. Spread over peppers; sprinkle with parsley. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled or overnight. Stir just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

PESTO TORTELLINI SALAD



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"I came up with this recipe when I tried recreating a pasta salad I had at a wedding rehearsal," says Danielle Weets of Grandview, Washington. "It's easy to make and I'm always asked to bring it to potlucks and parties."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup prepared pesto

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a small bowl. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 832mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

TORTELLINI PESTO SALAD



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Wonderful pasta salad. So different from the Italian dressing pasta salads. Very hearty side dish or main dish for lunch. Crunchy veggies and rich pesto sauce.

Provided by Jenny Saunders

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini
1 small red bell pepper, julienned
¾ cup broccoli florets, blanched
⅓ cup shredded carrots
⅓ cup pitted green olives
1 clove garlic, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup prepared basil pesto
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 bunch fresh spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place tortellini in the pot, and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, until al dente. Drain, and cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooked tortellini, red bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, olives, and garlic.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, pesto, milk, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and vinegar. Pour over the tortellini and vegetables, and gently toss to coat. Cover, and place in the refrigerator 1 hour, until chilled. Serve over spinach leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 614.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

CHICKEN AND TORTELLINI PESTO SKILLET



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A delicious chicken and tortellini pesto dinner that needs only one pan to create.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ pounds chicken breast, cubed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup prepared pesto
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup baby spinach
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Saute until chicken is cooked through and has browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from skillet and transfer to a bowl; cover to keep warm. Set aside.
  • Deglaze pan with chicken broth over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in pesto and heavy cream. Cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Mix in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Add in spinach and tomatoes. Cook until spinach begins to wilt, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add tortellini and cooked chicken and continue cooking until bubbly and hot, 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 633.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 143.4 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 43.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 834.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

EASY TORTELLINI PESTO SALAD



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Quick to make pasta salad. This is one of my main-stay potluck recipes. Sometimes I use 3/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers in place of tomatoes.

Provided by Lisa1

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 tomatoes, chopped and seeded
salt and pepper (to taste)
2 (9 ounce) packages refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 (7 ounce) container refrigerated pesto sauce (apx. 1 cup)
2 cups cubed mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Toss chopped tomatoes with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Cooked tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Gently toss until well combined.
  • Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.1, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 22.1, Sodium 178.6, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 6.8

PESTO TORTELLINI SALAD



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We used to buy this salad in the deli of a local grocery store. This is just as good and much more economical! Cook time includes chilling time.

Provided by Nanita

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 3h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb frozen cheese tortellini
1 (1/2 ounce) package knorr pesto sauce mix
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 cup mayonnaise (to taste)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (to taste)

Steps:

  • Prepare pesto mix according to package directions. Do this first so the pesto will cool while the pasta is cooking.
  • Prepare frozen tortellini according to package directions.
  • Mix prepared pesto and tortellini together. Chill for 1/2 hour.
  • Add mayonnaise, parmesan and pine nuts.
  • Mix well and chill at least 2 hours or overnight. It's really best when made a day ahead.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.4, Fat 56.4, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 73.9, Sodium 1000.5, Carbohydrate 70.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 5.6, Protein 23

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