CHICKEN TORTELLINI SALAD RECIPE
This pasta salad with chicken and fresh vegetables makes a quick and delicious summer dinner and an even better lunch for the next day. Get a jump on meal planning and prep this recipe a day in advance. Make and refrigerate the basil vinaigrette (shake it well before dressing the salad). Mix the tortellini, shredded rotisserie chicken, tomatoes, black-eyed peas, and corn in a large bowl; cover and refrigerate. When you are ready to serve the salad, dress the tortellini mixture with the dressing, stir in arugula, and top with toasted pecans. Get in the habit of toasting nuts every time you use them; toasting adds a depth of flavor and a wonderful aroma, as well as improving the texture of nuts so they stay crisp on top of salads or baked into breads and cookies. Toast several cups of nuts at one time, store in freezer-safe containers in the freezer, then pull out the amount you need when cooking. This salad recipe works well with whatever vegetables you have in your refrigerator or garden. Zucchini and yellow squash, bell peppers, heirloom tomatoes, and blanched snow peas are delicious dressed with the basil vinaigrette; just use your imagination. If arugula isn't available, use baby spinach leaves, instead. Keep a bottle of the basil vinaigrette in the refrigerator this summer and, along with dressing your favorite greens use it over grilled chicken and fish.
Provided by Pam Lolley
Categories Healthy and Light
Time 20m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of the kosher salt in a small bowl until combined. Gradually add olive oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until smooth. Stir in basil, and set aside.
- Gently toss together cooked tortellini, chicken, tomatoes, peas, corn, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a large bowl. Gently stir in basil vinaigrette and fold in arugula. Sprinkle with pecans.
CHICKEN AND TORTELLINI SALAD
A simple Mediterranean-inspired Chicken and Tortellini Salad is the recipe of the season! This crowd-pleasing dish is a great make-ahead dinner, an easy contribution to your next potluck, and a packable solution for picnics or travel.
Provided by Blair Lonergan
Categories Lunch/Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the Vinaigrette: Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a large jar or measuring cup. Shake (or whisk) until completely combined. Set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper on all sides, to taste. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place chicken in the skillet and allow the chicken to cook on one side, undisturbed, for at least 6-7 minutes. Flip, and cook the chicken for about 6-8 more minutes, or until it is nicely browned on both sides and cooked through.
- The chicken is cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 180 degrees F, or when juices run clear.
- When the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and place it on a cutting board to rest.
- Prepare the Tortellini: Cook the tortellini in a large saucepot according to package instructions. Drain.
- While the tortellini cooks, dice the chicken into bite-size pieces.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, gently combine diced chicken, cooked tortellini, spinach, onion, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta cheese. Pour about ¼ cup vinaigrette over the salad (or more, to taste). Reserve remaining vinaigrette.*
- Cover and refrigerate salad until ready to serve. You can prepare this dish up to 1 day in advance. Stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 260.6 kcal, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Protein 19.6 g, Fat 12.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Sodium 331.2 mg, Fiber 2.4 g, Sugar 1 g
CHICKEN & TORTELLINI SPINACH SALAD
Not only is this attractive salad easy to make, but it is, delicious, light and filling as well.-Michelle Ashton, St. Johns, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the spinach, chicken, onion, cranberries and feta cheese. Drain pasta. Cool for 5 minutes. Add to spinach mixture., For vinaigrette, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, tomato paste, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Pour over spinach mixture; gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 820mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TORTELLINI CHICKEN SALAD
You can substitute any type of cheese tortellini. Since this salad needs to chill, plan ahead.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, chicken, olives, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, parsley, salt and pepper. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 1024mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
SPINACH AND TORTELLINI SALAD
Enjoy this as an entree or a side salad on a warm summer evening. Try it with garlic breadsticks.
Provided by lvich
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, spinach, cheese, tomatoes and olives. Add enough salad dressing to coat. Toss and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1420.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
SPINACH SALAD WITH TORTELLINI & ROASTED ONIONS
Spinach and tortellini go so well together, and this salad makes an easy meal with leftover cooked chicken. What really makes it special is the roasted onion that adds oomph to bottled salad dressing. -Robin Haas, Hyde Park, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Toss onion with oil; spread into a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast until softened and lightly browned, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally., Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse gently with cold water; drain well., Place 1/2 cup salad dressing, vinegar and roasted onion in a blender. Cover; process until blended, thinning with additional dressing if desired., To serve, place spinach, chicken, artichoke hearts, olives, peppers and tortellini in a large bowl; toss with onion mixture. Top with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 887mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
CHICKEN AND TORTELLINI SALAD
Children and adults love this simple-to-make Spring dinner salad. I made several changes to the original recipe which was printed in Bon Appetit (May, 1983).
Provided by ellie_
Categories Chicken
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine first 11 ingredients (chicken through green onion) in large salad bowl; toss.
- Mix mayonnaise, Parmesan and orange juice in small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Add optional garnish of orange sections and/or strawberry slices.
- If desired, serve on trimmed spinach leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 894.9, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 138.9, Sodium 941.8, Carbohydrate 105.7, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 32.7, Protein 49.2
SPINACH TORTELLINI SALAD
Easy Spinach Tortellini Salad, loaded with with fresh herbs, tomatoes, mozzarella, and olives, and tossed in a simple homemade Italian dressing. Perfect for a little party, or serve it as a side next to chicken or fish. Leftovers will make a great lunch the next day!
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook the tortellini pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions (about 5 to 7 minutes). Drain and rinse in cold water.
- Transfer the pasta to a large bowl. Add the rest of the salad ingredients and toss gently.
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, and herbs. Add a big pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss to combine.
- For best flavor, allow the salad to rest for 30 minutes or so for the flavors to meld before serving. Transfer to a platter and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.8 kcal, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Cholesterol 44.7 mg, Sodium 828.5 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 3.2 g, UnsaturatedFat 6.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TORTELLINI WITH CHICKEN AND SPINACH IN LIGHT CREAM SAUCE
Make and share this Tortellini With Chicken and Spinach in Light Cream Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by taylorgreene
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4 pasta bowls, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Boil large pot of water.
- Cut chicken into 1" pieces. Set aside.
- Slice 1 clove fresh garlic. Set aside.
- Gently slice baby spinach into bite sized pieces. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large saute pan.
- Add garlic. Saute until just light golden.
- Add chicken. Saute 3-4 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth to saute pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- Salt to taste at this point.
- Add baby spinach to saute pan. Turn off heat.
- When water boils add 1 tablespoon salt and tortellini. Cook according to package directions.
- Drain and add to saute pan. Stir.
- Serve into four pasta bowls.
- Top with parmesan cheese.
- *One variation of this dish is to add a tablespoon of chopped sun-dried tomatoes with the cream. It gives the dish a burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.9, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 122.9, Sodium 749.2, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.1, Protein 29.2
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