Description
This comforting Chicken Tortellini Soup combines flavorful Italian herbs, tender bone-in chicken breast, fresh vegetables, and cheesy tortellini pasta in a hearty broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, it’s easy to prepare on the stovetop or in a slow cooker and can be customized with add-ins like spinach or cream for extra richness.
Ingredients
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Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground sage
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
Protein
- 1 1/4 lb. bone-in chicken breast
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- ¾ cup diced carrots
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Fats
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Liquids
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
Pasta
- 10 oz. refrigerated tortellini (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the bone-in chicken breast with salt, pepper, dried basil, parsley, oregano, mustard powder, ground sage, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside to marinate briefly.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breast into the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth, then add Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and let cook for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breast from the pot and shred the meat using two forks, discarding bones and skin. Return the shredded chicken to the soup pot.
- Add Tortellini: Add the refrigerated tortellini to the simmering broth. Cook for 3-5 minutes or according to package instructions, until the pasta is tender.
- Final Seasoning and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Optionally, stir in spinach or cream for extra richness. Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful, hearty soup.
Notes
- This soup can be easily made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker for convenience.
- Adding fresh spinach or a splash of cream can enhance the flavor and texture.
- Bone-in chicken breast ensures juicy, flavorful meat but boneless can be used for quicker preparation.
- Feel free to swap refrigerated tortellini with frozen if preferred, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 199 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 705 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg
