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Buttermilk-Dill Chicken and Pan-Seared Tortellini

with blistered tomatoes

Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 5 days

Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
A note about serious food allergies
  • Fiber-Rich
  • Protein-Packed
  • Mediterranean

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 9 oz. Par-Cooked 5-Cheese Tortellini
  • 1 Lemon
  • 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
  • 2 oz. Basil Pesto Butter
  • 1 oz. Creme Fraiche
  • ½ oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 6 Chive Sprigs
  • 2 Butter Crackers
  • 1 tsp. Buttermilk-Dill Seasoning
  • 1 tsp. Garlic Pepper
  • ½ tsp. Lemon N Herb Seasoning

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    870
  • Carbohydrates
    59g
  • Net Carbs
    53g
  • Fat
    46g
  • Protein
    54g
  • Sodium
    2090mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Microwave
  • 1 Microwave-Safe Plate
  • 1 Zester

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • If using antibiotic free chicken, follow same instructions.

  • If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.

  • If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. 

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Finely crush crackers, then evenly spread on a plate. Set aside.

    Halve tomatoes. If you receive one whole tomato instead, not to worry; simply core tomato, cut into 1/2" dice, and proceed with recipe instructions.

    Zest and halve lemon. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.

    Mince chives.

    Pat chicken dry and season both sides with garlic pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add chicken to hot pan. Cook until browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 5-7 minutes per side.

    Remove from burner.

    While chicken cooks, continue recipe.

  3. 3

    Cook the Tortellini and Tomatoes

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp. olive oil.

    Add tortellini and lemon n herb seasoning to hot pan. Cook undisturbed, 1 minute.

    Add 1/2 cup water and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.

    Once simmering, cover and cook until water is almost completely evaporated, 3-5 minutes.

    Uncover; add tomatoes and 1/4 the buttermilk-dill seasoning (reserve remaining for crema). Stir often until combined and tomatoes are tender, 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the Butter Sauce

    Add butter, a pinch of salt, and 3 Tbsp. water to hot pan. Stir often until butter is melted and tortellini is coated, 2-3 minutes.

    If sauce is too thick, add additional water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

    Remove from burner.

    While tortellini cooks, continue recipe.

  5. 5

    Make Crema and Finish Dish

    In a mixing bowl, combine remaining buttermilk-dill seasoning, creme fraiche, chives, 1/4 tsp. lemon zest, 1 tsp. lemon juice, and 1 tsp. water.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping chicken with crema. Slice chicken, if desired. Garnish tortellini with cheese and crackers and squeeze lemon wedges over dish to taste. Bon appétit!

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