Chicken and Tortellini Cacciatore

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Delicious Chicken and Tortellini Cacciatore Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1 lb boneless chicken breast , cut into 1 inch pieces
	1 medium onion , halved and sliced
	1/2 medium green pepper , sliced
	1 cup water
	1 can diced tomatoes with garlic , , undrained ( , undrained )
	1 can tomato sauce
	1 package refrigerated cheese-filled egg tortellini

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

440

Sugar

Fat

14g

Chicken and Tortellini Cacciatore is a classic Italian-inspired dish that combines the rich flavors of tomato sauce and chicken with soft and cheesy tortellini. This dish is perfect for a midweek dinner or when serving guests on special occasions. The recipe is easy to customize by adding your favorite vegetables or by using a different type of tortellini. It's a perfect comfort food that everyone can enjoy on a cool fall evening or when you're craving something warm and filling. This recipe is inspired by traditional Italian cuisine and brings a taste of Italy to your dinner table.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, add olive oil and heat over medium heat.
2.	Once hot, add chicken pieces and cook until browned. Remove chicken from skillet.
3.	In the same skillet, add onions and green pepper. Cook until softened.
4.	Add water, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce to the skillet. Bring to a boil.
5.	Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
6.	Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions.
7.	Return chicken to skillet. Stir and cook until thoroughly heated.
8.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

The Chicken and Tortellini Cacciatore is a filling and flavorful dish that makes for an easy dinner option.

The dish is full of hearty ingredients and provides a balanced meal.

CONS

The recipe requires a variety of ingredients and may take some time to put together.

The cheese-filled tortellini can add a significant amount of calories to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Chicken and Tortellini Cacciatore is a good source of protein thanks to the chicken and cheese-filled tortellini.
The dish also contains vegetables, which add vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C and potassium.
However, the tomato sauce used in the recipe may contain added sugar, so it’s important to check the label and choose low-sugar options.