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Creamy Herb Chicken Tortellini (or Shrimp/scallops, or Meatless) Recipe

Tags: boneless skinless chicken, cayenne pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic, olive oil, skim milk

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken, thinly sliced(OR bay scallops and cooked shrimp)
  • 227 g Garlic and Herb cream cheese dip(I use Philadelphia Dips)
  • 1/4 cup skim milk
  • 1-1 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 4 cups sliced vegetables(brocolli, cauliflower, carrots, mushrooms, peppers, beans, corn...)
  • 400 g fresh cheese-filled tortellini

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, blend herb and garlic dip, milk, and seasonings until smooth.
  2. In a medium/large pot cook tortellini according to directions.
  3. If using Chicken: In a skillet on Medium-High, add oil, chicken slices and garlic; stir fry for 5 minutes.
  4. If using Shrimp/Scallops: In a skillet on Medium-High, add oil and scallops; cook until done; remove from skillet, drain excess water, set aside; Add shrimp, garlic and vegetables (re-add the scallops in step 6).
  5. For both variations: Now add vegetables; stir fry until tender (and chicken is done).
  6. Reduce to low heat, stir in cooked tortellini and dip mixture.
  7. Heat through.
  8. Serves 5-6.

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