Description
Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup with Herbs is a cozy, flavor-packed dish full of tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and fresh aromatic herbs. Perfect for fall nights or easy meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb cooked shredded chicken (homemade or rotisserie)
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (refrigerated)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
- Optional: 1 cup baby spinach, freshly grated Parmesan (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 6–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic, thyme, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 more minute.
- Add chicken broth and shredded chicken. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Stir in cheese tortellini and cook for 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Lower heat and pour in heavy cream. Add rosemary and parsley. Simmer for 3 minutes without boiling.
- Optional: Add spinach just before serving and stir until wilted.
- Ladle into bowls, top with Parmesan, and serve hot.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time. Don’t boil after adding cream—simmer gently. Add fresh greens at the end to keep their color and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food