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One-Pan Pesto Chicken Tortellini Recipe is a must-try!

This one-pan chicken and tortellini skillet is bursting with color, texture, and flavor! Juicy chicken thighs, crisp asparagus, sun-dried and cherry tomatoes, and cheesy tortellini come together in a bright basil pesto sauce. Quick to make and full of garden-fresh goodness, it’s a dinner win any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, sliced into stripsSalt, to taste1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped and drained of oil1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed and cut in half1/4 cup basil pesto (or more to taste)1 cup cherry tomatoes (yellow and red), halved1 cup uncooked tortellini

Method
 

  1. Cook the ChickenHeat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken strips and half of the chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Season with salt and cook for 5–10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Sauté the AsparagusIn the same skillet with the remaining oil, add asparagus and the rest of the sun-dried tomatoes. Season with salt and cook for another 5–10 minutes, until asparagus is tender but still crisp. Transfer to a serving plate.
  3. Boil the TortelliniMeanwhile, cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  4. Combine Chicken and PestoReturn the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add basil pesto and stir over low to medium heat for 1–2 minutes until warmed and coated.
  5. Finish with Tomatoes and TortelliniAdd the cooked tortellini and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine, adding more pesto if desired. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
  6. Serve and EnjoyPlate the tortellini mixture alongside or over the sautéed asparagus and serve warm.

Notes

  • Pasta Tip: Use fresh or frozen tortellini—both work well. Just cook according to the package instructions.
  • Veggie Variation: Substitute green beans or broccolini for asparagus if preferred.
  • Extra Creaminess: Stir in a splash of cream or grated Parmesan cheese for a richer sauce.
  • Make Ahead: All components can be prepped in advance for a fast weeknight assembly.