Cheesy Tortellini Fun Skewers
These Cheesy Tortellini Fun Skewers are perfect for kids and make a delightful after-school snack or a mini dinner. Packed with flavor and fun, these skewers feature tender tortellini paired with bite-sized pieces of chicken, gooey cheese, and colorful veggies. Kids love the hands-on nature of assembling their own skewers, and you can customize them with pepperoni for a pepperoni pizza twist! Serve with warmed marinara sauce for dipping, and watch your little ones enjoy these tasty, nutritious bites!
2
Servings
340
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Wooden skewers
6 inches (None)
Tortellini
12 pieces (Cooked, store-bought flavor of your choice)
String cheese sticks
8 ounces (Cut into bite-sized pieces)
Chicken breast
8 ounces (Cooked and cut into 12 bite-sized cubes)
Black olives
12 pieces (Whole)
Bell pepper
1 (Cut into 12 bite-sized squares)
Grape tomatoes
6 pieces (Whole)
Marinara sauce
1 cup (Warmed, your favorite variety)
Instructions
1
Preheat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan until warm.
2
Take each wooden skewer and start assembling by alternating the ingredients: a tortellini, a piece of string cheese, a cube of chicken, a black olive, and a bell pepper square.
3
Continue this pattern until the skewer is filled, leaving some space at the end for easy handling.
4
Repeat the process on the remaining skewers until all ingredients are used.
5
Arrange the completed skewers on a platter and serve with the warmed marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Information
11g
Fat
32g
Carbs
27.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cheesy Tortellini Fun Skewers?
They are kid-friendly snacks or mini dinners featuring tender tortellini, chicken, cheese, and vegetables on a skewer.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 340 calories per serving.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 2 servings.
What ingredients do I need for the skewers?
You will need wooden skewers, cooked tortellini, string cheese, cooked chicken breast, black olives, bell peppers, grape tomatoes, and marinara sauce.
Can kids help assemble these skewers?
Yes, kids love the hands-on nature of assembling their own skewers.
What kind of tortellini is best?
You can use any store-bought flavor of cooked tortellini that you prefer.
How should I prepare the string cheese?
Cut the 8 ounces of string cheese into bite-sized pieces.
How is the chicken prepared?
Use 8 ounces of cooked chicken breast cut into 12 bite-sized cubes.
Can I add pepperoni?
Yes, you can customize them with pepperoni for a pepperoni pizza twist.
What is the recommended dipping sauce?
Warmed marinara sauce is the recommended dipping sauce for these skewers.
How many pieces of tortellini are used?
The recipe calls for 12 pieces of cooked tortellini.
What size skewers are needed?
The recipe suggests using 6-inch wooden skewers.
How do I assemble the skewers?
Alternate tortellini, string cheese, chicken, olives, and bell pepper squares on the skewer.
How many bell pepper squares are needed?
You should cut one bell pepper into 12 bite-sized squares.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 27.5 grams of protein.
How much fat is in this recipe?
There are 11 grams of fat per serving.
What are the total carbohydrates?
There are 32 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this a good after-school snack?
Yes, it is a perfect and nutritious after-school snack.
Can I use grape tomatoes?
Yes, the recipe includes 6 whole grape tomatoes.
How many black olives are required?
You will need 12 whole black olives.
How do I warm the marinara sauce?
Preheat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan until it is warm.
Can I use different colored bell peppers?
Yes, using colorful bell pepper squares makes the skewers visually appealing.
Is this recipe suitable for lunch?
Yes, it is categorized as a great lunch option.
Can I make these for a party?
Absolutely, these skewers are perfect for serving on a platter at gatherings.
Should the tortellini be cooked?
Yes, you must use cooked tortellini for this recipe.
How many skewers should I make?
You should repeat the assembly process until all ingredients are used.
Can I use a different dipping sauce?
While marinara is suggested, you can use any favorite variety of sauce.
Is this recipe easy to follow?
Yes, it is an easy recipe with simple assembly instructions.
How do I arrange them for serving?
Arrange the completed skewers on a platter and serve with the warm sauce.
Can I customize the ingredients?
Yes, the recipe is highly customizable based on individual preferences.