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Pesto Chicken & Tomato Tortellini

A burst of summer freshness with each bite! This healthy dinner is a great way to use those garden herbs & vegetables. Gluten free & protein packed
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken thighs diced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes divided
  • 1 bunch asparagus
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes
  • 1 cup gluten free tortellini

Instructions

  • Dice your chicken into 1" bite-sized pieces
  • Drain 2 tbsp oil from your sun dried tomato jar and place in a large skillet (or use extra virgin olive oil)
  • Cook diced chicken & 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes on skillet for 7-10 minutes until chicken is cooked through
  • Remove from heat, leaving some oil behind
  • Add asparagus and remaining sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook 5-8 minutes until asparagus is tender
  • Meanwhile, cook your tortellini according to instructions
  • Add chicken to the skillet and toss with pesto
  • Add cooked tortellini and grape tomatoes and combine well
  • Serve immediately

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