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Blackstone Chicken Caesar Tortellini

Blackstone chicken Caesar tortellini with golden cheese tortellini and grilled chicken, tossed on the griddle in creamy Caesar dressing. Toss hot pasta right on the Blackstone for crispy edges, then serve over chopped romaine with Parmesan and bright lemon wedges.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 930
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced thin
Pasta
  • 1 lb cheese tortellini, cooked
Grilling and tossing oil
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
Salad base
  • 4 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
Creamy dressing
  • 1 cup Caesar dressing
Finishing cheese
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Fresh add-ins
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Crunch
  • 1 Croutons
Seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Serving
  • 1 Lemon wedges

Equipment

  • 1 cast iron skillet
  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Griddle chicken and prep pasta
  1. Heat a Blackstone griddle to medium-high, then add 2 tablespoons olive oil and let it shimmer.
  2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes until golden and cooked through, keeping it in a single layer.
Crisp tortellini on the griddle
  1. Move the chicken to the side, then add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to the center of the griddle.
  2. Add the cooked tortellini and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly crispy and golden.
Toss and serve
  1. Toss the chicken and tortellini with the Caesar dressing directly on the griddle until evenly coated with a glossy look.
  2. Serve over chopped romaine and top with Parmesan, cherry tomatoes, croutons, and lemon wedges.

Notes

For the crispiest tortellini, use fully cooked tortellini and drain well before griddling so excess moisture doesn’t steam it. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet or on the griddle until warmed through, adding a splash of Caesar dressing if needed. Freezing isn’t recommended because the lettuce and Caesar dressing texture can change. Dietary swap: use a Caesar dressing labeled dairy-free (or lighter) if you want to reduce dairy while keeping the same griddle-toss technique.