Chicken & Spring Vegetable Tortellini Salad

Step 1

Combine chicken, bay leaves and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165 degrees F, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board to cool.

Step 2

Remove the bay leaves. Add tortellini to the pot and return the water to a boil; cook, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini are just tender, about 3 minutes. Add peas and cook 1 minute more. Drain and rinse with cold water.

Step 3

Meanwhile, combine dressing, vinegar, 3 tablespoons herbs and artichoke marinade in a large bowl. Shred the chicken and add to the dressing along with the tortellini, peas, artichokes, radishes and pea shoots (or arugula); stir to combine. Serve the salad topped with the remaining 2 tablespoons herbs and sunflower seeds.