Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated tortellini (cheese or chicken)
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté the Onion and Garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Stir in the Tortellini: Once boiling, add the tortellini to the pot. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes or until the tortellini is cooked through.
6. Incorporate the Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. Allow it to heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
8. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
Following these steps will help you create this incredible soup that is sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g