Description
This Balsamic Chicken Tortellini Salad is a delightful combination of tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and fresh vegetables tossed in a tangy balsamic dressing. It’s a perfect dish for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 Chicken Breasts, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoon Honey
- 1/8 teaspoon Crushed Red Chili Pepper Flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 pound Asparagus
- 3/4 cup Shredded Carrots
- 3/4 cup Grape Tomatoes
- 1 20 ounce package Cheese Tortellini, cooked according to package instructions
- Fresh minced basil, optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini: Prepare the tortellini according to the package directions, then drain and set aside in a large bowl.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, combine Italian dressing, balsamic vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes. Whisk together and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, melt the olive oil. Add sliced chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Combine ingredients: Add 1/4 cup of the prepared dressing to the cooked chicken. Simmer for a minute, ensuring the chicken is coated on all sides. Toss the chicken with the cooked tortellini.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same pan, add chopped asparagus and cook for 3 minutes. Add the carrots and cook until the vegetables are tender yet slightly crunchy.
- Assemble the salad: Add the cooked vegetables and sliced grape tomatoes to the chicken and tortellini mixture. Pour the remaining dressing over the pan and simmer for a minute or two until thickened. Gently toss everything together. Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
