Description
A comforting, wholesome chicken tortellini soup with low sodium and big flavor. This one-pot meal is perfect for cozy evenings and healthy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (breast or thighs)
- 1 package cheese tortellini (low sodium or whole grain preferred)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon juice (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic, thyme, oregano, parsley, and black pepper. Cook for 30 seconds to release flavors.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package directions (usually 7–10 minutes).
- Stir in shredded chicken and heat through.
- Adjust flavor with lemon juice or more herbs as needed.
- Serve hot with fresh parsley or extra pepper if desired.
Notes
For best texture when freezing, add freshly cooked tortellini when reheating. Use homemade low-sodium broth if possible for maximum control over salt content.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American