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Chicken Pesto Tortellini Soup: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup basil pesto
– 12 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
– 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Grated Parmesan cheese for serving


Instructions

Creating Chicken Pesto Tortellini Soup is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Sauté Chicken: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add Onion and Garlic: Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Pour in Broth: Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
4. Mix in Cream and Pesto: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and basil pesto until well combined.
5. Add Tortellini: Gently add the cheese tortellini to the pot. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 3-5 minutes.
6. Incorporate Spinach: If using, add the baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
7. Season: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as desired.
8. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup effortlessly, allowing you to enjoy a comforting meal in no time!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 22g