Classic Chicken Tortellini Soup
A warm and comforting Chicken Tortellini Soup that’s perfect for chilly days and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 package (9 ounces) cheese tortellini
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers invitingly.
- Add the diced carrots and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken broth along with the dried thyme and basil.
- Bring the broth to a vigorous boil.
- Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, about 3-5 minutes.
- Introduce the cooked chicken to the pot, and season with salt and pepper.
- Let it simmer for a few minutes until everything is heated through, then serve warm.
Notes
Pairs well with a crisp salad or crusty bread. Can be customized with different vegetables or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg