Description
This Creamy Tuscan Garlic Tortellini Soup is a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal that comes together quickly. Tender shredded chicken, cheesy tortellini, and fresh spinach simmer in a creamy tomato broth infused with garlic and Italian herbs, creating a satisfying and elegant soup.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small white onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 10 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent and tender, about 3-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add Broth, Tomatoes, and Beans: Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and drained white beans. Bring to a simmer.
- Add Cream, Cheese, and Seasoning: Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Chicken, Tortellini, and Spinach: Stir in the shredded chicken, cheese tortellini, and fresh spinach. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the tortellini is cooked through and the soup has thickened slightly.
- Taste and Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can use any type of cooked chicken, such as leftover roasted chicken or grilled chicken.
- Feel free to add other vegetables, such as chopped bell peppers, zucchini, or kale.
- For a richer flavor, you can use heavy cream instead of half and half.
- If you don’t have cheese tortellini, you can use another type of filled pasta, such as ravioli or tortelloni.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
