easy Cheese Tortellini with Shrimp and Chives

 

INGREDIENTS

1 1/4 lb. cheese tortellini

2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for serving

kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1/4 c. freshly chopped chives, plus additional for serving

 

 

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook tortellini according to package directions.
2. Five minutes before tortellini is cooked, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and crushed red pepper flakes and season with salt and pepper. Cook shrimp, tossing frequently, 2 to 4 minutes. Add tortellini and chives and toss to combine.
3. Serve hot, drizzled with more olive oil and sprinkled with red pepper flakes and chives.