Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 medium carrots, sliced
– 2 stalks celery, sliced
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 6 cups chicken broth
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 9 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add Chicken: Stir in the diced chicken and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink.
4. Pour in Broth: Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
5. Season: Stir in the heavy cream, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat and let it simmer.
6. Cook Tortellini: Once the soup is simmering, add the tortellini. Cook according to the package instructions, usually around 5-7 minutes.
7. Add Spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
8. Finish with Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
9. Taste and Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve Immediately: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 25g