Heart-Healthy Chicken Tortellini Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Heart-Healthy Chicken Tortellini Soup, a comforting yet nutritious twist on the classic favorite. Crafted with tender chicken breast, fiber-rich whole wheat tortellini, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, this soup is as wholesome as it is delicious. Simmered in a flavorful low-sodium chicken broth and delicately seasoned with thyme, basil, and a splash of lemon juice, it offers the perfect balance of hearty and light. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy one-pot recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering six servings of deliciously satisfying comfort food. Top with fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish, and enjoy the heart-smart benefits of this crowd-pleasing dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 medium Celery stalks, chopped
• 2 medium Carrots, chopped
• 8 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 Bay leaf
• 10 ounces Whole wheat or multi-grain tortellini
• 2 cups Spinach leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, chopped celery, and chopped carrots. Sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 4

Add the chicken breast pieces to the pot along with the dried thyme, dried basil, and bay leaf.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 6

Add the whole wheat or multi-grain tortellini to the soup and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 8 to 10 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the spinach leaves and lemon juice, and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 8

Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste, and remove the bay leaf from the soup.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3166.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2006.1

Total Fat 61.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 442.3mg	0%
Sodium 2282.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.2g
Protein 192.5g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 535.0mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 3387.6mg	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: 27.3%

Protein: 38.2%

Carbs: 34.5%