Recipes to Make with Tortellini – 15 Best Ideas

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Tortellini is one of my favorite things to cook because it’s so easy and my whole family loves it! When it comes to what to serve with tortellini, there are so many possibilities! You can serve it as part of a main dish, make it a side dish, toss it in soups, make it a pasta salad, and so much more! 

Cheesy tortellini are small ring-shaped pasta pockets filled with a variety of ingredients like cheese, meat, or a combo of both. Tortellini is incredibly versatile and can be used in so many different ways, which makes them a popular and convenient choice for pasta lovers. Try one of these tasty options if you’re wondering what to serve with tortellini!

1. Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini

Creamy tortellini Alfredo with grilled or roasted chicken is so easy and totally mouth-watering! This is the perfect combination and such a simple meal. 

2. Italian Sausage and Tortellini Soup

A hearty soup with tortellini, Italian sausage, vegetables, and a savory broth will make everyone happy! Tortellini is a great way to bulk up any soup to make it more filling and satisfying. Serve with a side of garlic bread.

3. Tomato Basil Chicken with Tortellini

Grill or bake chicken and serve it with a fresh tomato and basil sauce over tortellini.

4. Pesto Shrimp Tortellini

Tortellini tossed in a vibrant pesto sauce with sautéed shrimp and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Make your own homemade pesto or use store-bought. Either way, this will be delicious!

5. Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Chicken with Tortellini

Bake or grill chicken breasts stuffed with spinach and ricotta and serve it alongside tortellini tossed in melted butter and herbs. 

6. Mushroom and Spinach Tortellini Bake

Bake tortellini with a creamy mushroom and spinach creamy sauce for a casserole-like, one-pan meal.

7. Shrimp Scampi with Tortellini

Serve succulent shrimp in a garlic and lemon butter sauce over tortellini for a restaurant quality meal!

8. Vegetable Primavera with Tortellini

Sauté your favorite fresh vegetables like red bell pepper, sautéed spinach, fresh mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and green beans, and add them to a light tomato or Alfredo sauce over tortellini. This simple recipe will be a huge hit!

9. Beef Bolognese with Tortellini

Slow-cooked ground beef Bolognese sauce served over cooked tortellini takes a classic bolognese pasta dish to the next level!

10. Lemon Herb Salmon with Tortellini

Grilled or baked salmon with a lemon and herb marinade, served alongside tortellini. Coat the tortellini in a buttery sauce or a creamy tomato sauce.

11. Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken with Tortellini

Creamy sun-dried tomato sauce with sautéed mushrooms with grilled chicken served over tortellini is a surprisingly quick and easy meal for busy weeknights. 

12. Eggplant Parmesan with Tortellini

Bread and bake eggplant slices with marinara sauce and melted cheese and serve them with butter and herb tortellini or serve with marinara sauce over tortellini.

13. Tortellini Skewers

Tortellini skewers are a fun twist on a classic appetizer, adding the irresistible flavor of tortellini into the mix! This is a variation of caprese salad with pasta added in as well as salami, making it the perfect party food.

14. Tortellini Pasta Salad

Classic pasta salad with a little twist! Cheese tortellini pasta salad adds a fun burst of creamy flavor that elbow macaroni just can’t offer, paired with sun dried tomatoes and olives for a Tuscan flair. 

15. Chicken Tortellini Soup

This comforting and hearty soup combines pieces of chicken, cheese-filled tortellini, and a variety of vegetables in a flavorful broth.