Lemon Chicken Tortellini Recipe

Name: Lemon Chicken Tortellini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (19 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 small red sweet bell pepper, julienned; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/4 teaspoon pepper (to taste); 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1 (6 ounce) package fresh Baby Spinach; 6 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 (19 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 small red sweet bell pepper, julienned
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/4 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 (6 ounce) package fresh Baby Spinach
6 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese

1
Cook tortellini according to package directions.
2
Meanwhile, in a big skillet, saute chicken in butter until no longer pink.
3
Remove and keep warm.
4
In the same pan, cook red pepper until crisp-tender.
5
Add in garlic; cook 1 minute.
6
Add in 2 cups broth; bring to a boil.
7
Combine the flour, salt, pepper, and remaining broth until smooth; gradually stir into the pan.
8
Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
9
Stir in the chicken, lemon peel, and pepper sauce; add in spinach; cook just until wilted.
10
Drain pasta; toss with sauce.
11
Sprinkle with cheese.

852

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

111

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (19 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/2 small red sweet bell pepper, julienned, and more.

Yes, Lemon Chicken Tortellini falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Chicken Tortellini

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