Best Chicken Tortellini Soup
This Best Chicken Tortellini Soup is cozy, hearty, and delicious the ultimate comfort food made with tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and vegetables in a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly nights, quick weeknight dinners, or easy meal prep!
Ingredients
- Core Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
- 1 package 9–12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2–3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs oregano, basil, thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional Additions:
- Baby spinach or kale
- Heavy cream for a creamy version
- Parmesan cheese for topping
- Red pepper flakes for spice
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and add shredded chicken, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Tortellini: Add tortellini to the simmering soup and cook according to package directions, about 3–5 minutes.
- Add Greens (Optional): Stir in spinach or kale in the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Finish and Serve: Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs on top.
Notes
- Don’t overcook tortellini to keep it tender.
- Add cream at the end for a rich, creamy version.
- Freeze the base without tortellini for best results.
- Use gluten-free tortellini or dairy-free cheese if preferred.