Description
Hearty chicken tortellini soup brings comfort and warmth to chilly evenings, blending tender pasta pillows with savory broth. Home cooks will savor each spoonful of this satisfying Italian-inspired classic that promises delicious nourishment in every bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, skinned, boned, and shredded
- 1 19 oz (540 g) bag cheese-filled frozen tortellini
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 cup baby carrots, sliced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat butter and avocado oil in a large soup pot, sautéing onions and carrots until they soften and become translucent, releasing their natural sweetness.
- Introduce minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and flour, creating a fragrant base that will thicken the soup’s foundation.
- Gradually pour chicken broth into the vegetable mixture, whisking consistently to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth, silky texture.
- Incorporate shredded rotisserie chicken and heavy whipping cream, transforming the liquid into a rich, creamy soup that promises comfort and depth.
- Allow the mixture to reach a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let the flavors meld together, creating a harmonious blend of ingredients.
- Gently fold tortellini and fresh parsley into the simmering soup, allowing the pasta to cook and absorb the surrounding flavors.
- Add baby spinach during the final moments of cooking, letting the delicate leaves wilt slightly while maintaining their vibrant green color and nutritional integrity.
- Remove from heat and let the soup rest for a moment, allowing the final ingredients to settle and the flavors to fully develop before serving.
Notes
- Prevent lumpy soup by gradually adding chicken broth while continuously whisking to create a smooth, creamy base that blends ingredients seamlessly.
- Customize protein options by substituting rotisserie chicken with leftover grilled chicken, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for dietary flexibility.
- Enhance nutritional value by using whole wheat tortellini or adding extra vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms to boost fiber and micronutrient content.
- Optimize texture and flavor by using freshly grated Parmesan cheese as a garnish and allowing the soup to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to let flavors meld together.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg