Chicken Caesar Tortellini with Toasted Almonds
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Chicken Caesar Tortellini with Toasted Almonds, a creamy and comforting one-pan dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini, juicy bites of cooked chicken, crisp baby spinach, and a luscious Caesar dressing, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of hearty and refreshing. The finishing touch? A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and golden, fragrant toasted almonds for a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. Perfect for busy nights, this easy-to-make recipe is loaded with protein and greens, making it a satisfying meal the whole family will love. Serve it warm for a restaurant-quality dining experience right at home! Keywords: chicken Caesar tortellini, toasted almonds, easy dinner recipe, quick pasta dish, creamy tortellini recipe.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Cheese tortellini
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 1.5 cups Caesar dressing
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 0.25 cups Slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions, usually 7-9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
While the tortellini cooks, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the slivered almonds and toast, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes or until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken breast, salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook for 2 minutes to warm the chicken.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low and add the Caesar dressing to the skillet with the chicken. Stir to coat evenly and let it heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Step 5
Add the cooked tortellini and baby spinach to the skillet. Gently toss everything together until the spinach wilts slightly and the tortellini is evenly coated in the sauce, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss lightly to combine.
Step 7
Serve warm, garnished with the toasted almonds for a crunchy finish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1198.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2343.7 |
| Total Fat 75.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g | |
| Cholesterol 439.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6478.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 239.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.2g | |
| Protein 176.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1096.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 495.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories