Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Chicken Tortellini Soup, a cozy dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and flavorful seasonings to create a comforting bowl of goodness. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this soup can be prepared in under an hour on the stove or in the Crock Pot. With its hearty ingredients and customizable options like adding spinach or cream, it’s sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Enjoy each spoonful of this wholesome Italian-inspired meal that not only fills your belly but also warms your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. bone-in chicken breast
- 10 oz. refrigerated tortellini
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion
- ¾ cup diced carrots
- 2 ribs celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- Italian seasoning and herbs
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter; sauté onion, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add chicken breast along with seasonings and broth; bring to a boil.
- Lower heat, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken and return it to the pot with tortellini; cook for an additional 8–10 minutes until tender.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh spinach or cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg