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A bowl of caprese tortellini salad topped with sliced tomatoes and parmesan cheese in a white bowl on a wood cutting board.

Chicken Caprese Tortellini Salad

This Chicken Caprese Tortellini Salad is perfect for hot summer days. It's an easy-to-make recipe that combines rotisserie chicken, cheese tortellini, fresh mozzarella, and cherub tomatoes with a delicious balsamic dressing. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a unique twist on a classic caprese, it will definitely become a summer favorite in your home.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Caprese Salad, Caprese Tortellini Salad, Chicken Pasta Salad, Tortellini Salad
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 6 oz. package of Cheese Tortellini Cooked Al Dente
  • 2 Cups Shredded Rotisserie Chicken
  • 1 LB Fresh Mozzarella Cut Into Small Cubes
  • ½ Cup Fresh Basil Washed and Finely Sliced
  • 1 Cup Balsamic Dressing
  • ¼ Cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • ½ Cup Shaved or Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • 10.5 oz. Cherub Salad Tomatoes Sliced in Half
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Cracked Ground Pepper

Instructions

  • Mix the cooled tortellini with the dressing and balsamic vinegar until all of the tortellini is covered.
  • Next, fold in all of the rest of the ingredients and gently fold in until salad is completely mixed.
  • Chill for at least two hours before eating so the tortellini can absorb the flavors.
  • Top with parmesan cheese to serve.

Notes

Ingredient Notes
  • I really enjoy Litehouse dressing but any balsamic would work
  • You can also use shredded boiled chicken in place of rotisserie chicken.
Storage Notes
  • Store this recipe in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.