Chicken Tortellini Soup
A comforting and hearty soup featuring chicken, tortellini, and vibrant vegetables in a savory broth, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth Homemade is recommended for best flavor.
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 9 ounces cheese tortellini Frozen tortellini can be used.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 cups spinach
- for serving Grated Parmesan cheese Add a generous sprinkle when serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
Cooking
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked chicken, tortellini, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until the tortellini is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a creamy soup, stir in a splash of heavy cream or milk before serving. Customize with other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini if desired.