Description
Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup is a comforting and hearty soup combining tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, fresh greens, and a luscious creamy broth. This easy one-pot recipe blends Italian-inspired flavors and textures into a warm, satisfying meal perfect for chilly days or anytime you crave a creamy, delicious soup.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh preferred)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Flavorings & Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Warm olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent to build the flavorful base of the soup.
- Cook Chicken: Add bite-sized pieces of chicken breast or thighs to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink, ensuring it remains juicy and tender.
- Simmer with Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook to meld the flavors and tenderize the chicken further.
- Add Tortellini and Greens: Stir in the cheese tortellini and fresh spinach or kale. Cook until the tortellini is tender and the greens are wilted, adding freshness and color to the soup.
- Finish with Cream and Cheese: Lower the heat and gently stir in the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Heat through carefully without boiling to keep the soup silky and creamy.
Notes
- Use fresh tortellini if possible for the best texture.
- Do not overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- Adjust the amount of cream based on preferred richness.
- Season gradually, tasting as you go for balanced flavor.
- Add greens at the end to prevent overcooking and preserve their color.
- Leftover cooked chicken can be used to save time.
- For freezing, omit tortellini and add freshly cooked pasta when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg