Chicken Tortellini Soup
This Easy Italian Chicken Tortellini Soup is hearty, comforting, and ready in about 35 minutes. Packed with tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and fresh vegetables simmered in a flavorful chicken broth, it's the perfect fall and winter soup!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Sauté onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil for 5–7 minutes.
- Add garlic and chicken; cook until lightly browned.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer 15 minutes.
- Add tortellini; cook 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Stir in spinach and herbs; season to taste.
- Serve hot with Parmesan on top.
Notes
For extra flavor, add lemon juice or chili flakes before serving. Freeze broth separately to keep tortellini firm when reheating.