Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup

Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup

A comforting soup featuring tender chicken, fresh spinach, and cheese-filled tortellini in a creamy broth, perfect for chilly evenings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course, Soup

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the soup base

2 tablespoons olive oil Use whatever you have on hand.
1 medium onion, diced Yellow onion preferred.
3-5 cloves garlic, minced More garlic is better!
4 cups chicken broth Low-sodium store-bought is fine.

Main ingredients

1 pound cooked chicken, shredded Leftover rotisserie chicken works great.
2 cups fresh spinach Substitute with frozen peas if needed.
1 cup heavy cream Can use milk or yogurt as substitutes.
1 package tortellini (about 9 oz) Cheese-filled is recommended.
to taste salt and pepper Adjust seasoning according to preference.
as needed Parmesan cheese for garnish Cheese on top is always a good idea.

Method

Preparation

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Toss in the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes, then add the garlic for another minute.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Add the shredded chicken and fresh spinach; let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Stir in the tortellini and cook for about 4-5 minutes or until they float.
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently.
Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

If using frozen tortellini, add extra cooking time. Use a large pot to prevent splatter. The soup can be made in advance, but add the tortellini and cream just before serving for best texture.

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