Description
A hearty and flavorful Chicken Tortellini Soup featuring tender shredded chicken, fresh vegetables, and cheesy tortellini simmered in a savory broth enriched with Italian herbs and spices. This comforting soup is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
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Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground sage
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Soup
- 1 ¼ lb. bone-in chicken breast
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- ¾ cup diced carrots
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 10 oz. refrigerated tortellini (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Season each side of the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a 4 ½-quart soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes, then shred it using two forks. Note: raw or cooked chicken can be added directly to the soup, but searing adds flavor and texture.
- Prepare Seasonings: Combine dried basil, parsley, oregano, mustard powder, sage, and black pepper in a small bowl and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, melt butter and use a silicone spatula to scrape up any browned bits from searing the chicken. Add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables soften. Add minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and the seasoning blend. Cook for an additional 1 minute to release the aromas.
- Simmer Soup Base: Pour in the chicken broth and add the shredded chicken. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer—avoid boiling to keep the chicken tender. Partially cover the pot and let simmer for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Cook Tortellini and Finish Soup: Add refrigerated tortellini to the pot and simmer until cooked through, approximately 3 minutes (refer to package instructions). Taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed, adding up to ½ teaspoon of salt if desired.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and enjoy immediately for a warm, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Searing the chicken is optional but enhances flavor through browning and fond development.
- You can use boneless chicken breast if preferred; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Use freshly minced garlic for best flavor.
- Adjust hot sauce quantity to suit your spice preference.
- Rana refrigerated tortellini or similar brands cook quickly, typically within 3 minutes.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Chicken Tortellini Soup, easy chicken soup, Italian soup recipe, tortellini soup, hearty chicken soup
