Chicken Pesto Tortelloni Salad
Make this easy summer salad using our Cheese Tortelloni and Basil Pesto. SKU #22221, 55025
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Cheese Tortelloni 22221
- ½ Cup Mozzarella pearls Medium size
- 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes
- ½ Cup Feta Cheese
- ½ Cup Basil Pesto 55025
- 1 Cup Cooked Chicken Breast shredded
- Basil Small bunch of fresh
- Parmesan Cheese (optional)
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables. Cut cherry tomatoes in half, cut mozzarella pearls in half, roughly chop about 2 Tbsp fresh basil.
- Using clean hands or forks gently shred the chicken into bite size pieces.
- Cook Tortelloni: Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil, add pasta and cook until internal temperature reaches 165° F or for approx. 3 - 3 ½ minutes. Quickly cool under cold running water and set aside.
- Fold together the pasta, tomato, mozzarella pearls, fresh basil and pesto. Finally, fold the shredded chicken and parmesan cheese if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour for best results.
- Before serving add salt and pepper to taste. Add additional pesto if needed.
Notes
- This is a great way to use up excess cooked chicken.
- Grilled or slow roasted rotisserie chicken adds great flavor.
- This works as a cold salad made in advance, or a warm salad.
- Top with balsamic reduction for an exciting twist.
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