Chicken Tortellini Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Chicken Tortellini Soup, a satisfying one-pot meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or chilly afternoons. This comforting recipe combines tender chicken, savory cheese tortellini, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, all simmered in a fragrant broth infused with garlic, thyme, and a hint of parsley. Ready in just 45 minutes, this homemade soup strikes the perfect balance between wholesome and indulgent, with its rich flavors and nourishing ingredients. Whether served as a stand-alone dish or paired with crusty bread, this chicken tortellini soup is sure to become a family favorite. Make it tonight for a quick, heartwarming meal that’s easy to prepare yet full of fresh, vibrant goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, diced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 10 ounces cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
• 3 cups spinach, fresh
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and continue sautéing for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced chicken breast to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the chicken to cook through.

Step 8

Add the tortellini to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually about 5 minutes, until tender.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until wilted.

Step 10

Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 11

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.

Step 12

Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3530.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2336.8

Total Fat 77.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 498.9mg	0%
Sodium 10390.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 222.8g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 1191.8mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 7085.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.5%

Protein: 37.8%

Carbs: 32.7%