Ingredients

  • 2- 9 oz packages refrigerated cheese filed tortellini
  • 4 (4oz) chicken breast cutlets
  • 1/ tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 3 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • 3 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup (1oz) shredded Parmesan cheese

Method

  • 1.Prepare tortellini according to package directionsl.
  • 2. Meanwhile sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Place pecans in a shallow bowl. Place egg in a second bowl. Dip chicken in egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge chicken in pecans, pressing firmly to adhere.
  • 3. Cook chicken in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat 2 mins on each side or until done. Remove from skillet: wipe skillet clean.
  • 4. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, and saute 5-7 mins or until garlic is caramel-colored and butter begins to turn golden brown. Immediately remove from heat and stir in basil , parsley, and hot cooked tortellini. Sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately with chicken.