Sesame Chicken Tortellini Salad Recipes

CHICKEN AND TORTELLINI SALAD

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.

CHICKEN TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the tortellini according to the package directions; drain, rinse with cold water, drain again.
• In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, and ranch dressing mix; mix well.
• Add the tortellini, chicken, roasted peppers, scallions, and basil; toss until well combined.
• Cover and chill until ready to serve (takes about 2 hours to chill).

CHICKEN AND TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook tortellini as directed on package. Meanwhile, in container with tight-fitting lid, shake wine, tarragon, oil, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper until well mixed. Drain tortellini; rinse with cold water. In large bowl, combine tortellini and chicken. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
• Just before serving, add greens and bell pepper to tortellini mixture; toss to combine.

SPECIAL SESAME CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and place in a very large bowl. , In a small bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, teriyaki sauce, sugar and pepper. Pour over pasta and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. , Just before serving, add the remaining ingredients; gently toss to coat.