Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe
This Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe is a cozy delight, perfect for warming up on chilly days. Packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and cheesy tortellini, it's a comforting meal that everyone will love.
Equipment
- Large soup pot
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 diced onion
- 2 diced carrots
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 8 cups chicken broth low-sodium recommended
- 1 package (about 9 ounces) fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat, then sauté the onion, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until tender, adding garlic for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, add chicken pieces, bay leaves, and thyme, then bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, typically 5-7 minutes, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper, and stir in parsley.
- Remove bay leaves before serving and ladle soup into bowls to serve hot.
Notes
Use fresh vegetables and herbs for enhanced flavor. Add tortellini towards the end of cooking to prevent overcooking. For a thicker soup, reduce broth or add a cornstarch slurry.