Creamy Pesto Tortellini Skillet (Druckversion)

Tender Käse-Tortellini mit Rotisserie-Huhn in cremiger Pesto-Sauce. Ein würziges, schnelles Pfannengericht für vier Personen.

# Zutaten:

→ Pasta & Protein

01 - 1 package (20 oz) shelf-stable cheese tortellini
02 - 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skin and bones removed

→ Sauce

03 - 1 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/2 cup basil pesto
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Vegetables & Garnish

08 - 2 cups baby spinach
09 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish

# Zubereitung:

01 - Bring a large skillet of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions, typically 3-4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
02 - In the same skillet, pour heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir in pesto and Parmesan until smooth and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
03 - Add shredded rotisserie chicken and cooked tortellini to the skillet. Stir to coat evenly with the sauce.
04 - Fold in baby spinach and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until spinach is wilted and sauce is creamy and bubbling.
05 - Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra Parmesan cheese.

# Experten-Tipps:

01 -
  • Fast and Flavorful: Ready in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
  • Minimal Cleanup: Prepared in a single skillet, which means fewer dishes to wash.
  • Versatile: Easy to customize with different proteins or vegetables based on what you have on hand.
02 -
  • Allergen Check: Be sure to check the labels on your pesto as it may contain tree nuts like pine nuts.
  • Protein Prep: If you don't have rotisserie chicken, you can quickly sauté chicken breast pieces before starting the sauce.
  • Adjusting Thickness: If the sauce becomes too thick after adding the pasta, stir in a splash of water or milk to reach your desired consistency.
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