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Tortellini & Chicken Skewers Recipe
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Tortellini & Chicken Skewers

Summertime dinners call for light and refreshing meal ideas and these super quick and easy Tortellini and Chicken Skewers are a fab option. This recipe makes 15 (10-12") skewers.
Course Meat & Fish Recipes
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Additional Time 10 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings 15
Author Michelle Ordever

Ingredients

For the Chicken*

  • 16 oz 450g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp Italian dressing
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

!Remaining Skewer Ingredients

  • 9 oz 250g package refrigerated tortellini
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pint 500g large grape tomatoes, cut in half**
  • 1 6-oz/170g can large black olives, drained
  • ½ cup Italian dressing divided
  • 15 10-12” wooden skewers

Instructions

  • Place the chicken in a large freezer bag along with two tablespoons of Italian dressing. Seal tightly and turn each breast until coated on both sides. Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, turning once halfway through.
  • Add the removable rack to the Instant Pot® cooking container and place the marinated breasts on top. Add water and sprinkle each breast with the garlic and onion powder. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.


    Chicken in Instant Pot
  • Add the lid and lock it into place. Position the vent to “Sealing” and set the “Manual” setting to 8 minutes.
  • While the chicken is cooking, prepare the tortellini according to package instructions. (Add olive oil to the cooking water as instructed on the package to prevent sticking). Rinse and drain well, and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • When cook time is complete on the Instant Pot®, allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure. Remove the lid and transfer the chicken to a non-permeable cutting board.
  • .When the chicken is cool enough to handle, cut into one-inch cubes and transfer to the bowl with the tortellini.
  • Add the olives and tomatoes to the bowl, along with two tablespoons of Italian dressing. Lightly season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Gently fold the ingredients with a spoon until thoroughly coated in the dressing.




  • Mixing Ingredients Together
  • Using 10-12” wooden skewers, thread 1 black olive, 1 grape tomato half, 1 chicken cube, 1 tortellini, 1 chicken cube, 1 tortellini, 1 tomato half, and 1 black olive. Repeat this process until all skewers are complete.

    Note: The order listed above is just a suggestion. It looks nice if you begin and end each skewer with the same ingredients, but your preferences may vary.

    Tip: When finished assembling the skewers, toss any remaining ingredients in a medium bowl with a little Italian dressing to serve on the side.


    Threading Ingredients onto Skewers
  • To serve, transfer the finished skewers to a platter and offer the remaining Italian dressing on the side. Enjoy!

    Tortellini & Chicken Skewers Recipe

Notes

  • *Skip steps 1-3 if using leftover grilled or rotisserie chicken.
  • **If using smaller cherry tomatoes, do not cut them in half.