CHICKEN AND TORTELLINI SALAD

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Enjoy this cheesy chicken and pasta salad - perfect for a hearty dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 2h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1 package (7 oz) dried cheese-filled tortellini
1/3 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups cut-up cooked chicken or turkey
3 cups bite-size pieces mixed greens
1 small bell pepper (any color), cut into 1/2-inch squares

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

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