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Chicken Tortellini Soup

Cozy Up with Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup for Dinner

This Chicken Tortellini Soup is a comforting and easy dish combining chicken, veggies, and tortellini—a perfect winter warmer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 pieces Bone-in Chicken Breast Can be substituted with boneless chicken or leftover rotisserie chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any cooking oil can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Dairy-free butter can be used for a vegan version.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 2 medium Carrots Feel free to use seasonal veggies.
  • 2 stalks Celery Can be omitted if not available.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Opt for fresh garlic, or use garlic powder (1/8 tsp = 1 clove).
For the Broth
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Can be omitted for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce Omit if serving to those who prefer milder dishes.
For the Pasta
  • 9 ounces Refrigerated Tortellini Feel free to use a different pasta shape.
For Flavor You’ll Love
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Sage Optional.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Tortellini Soup
  1. Begin by seasoning the bone-in chicken breast with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning for a flavor boost. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Carefully place the chicken in the pot, searing each side for about 3-4 minutes, until golden brown. Once done, remove the chicken and set it aside to cool before shredding.
  2. In the same pot, reduce heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, toss in chopped onions, diced carrots, and celery, sautéing for around 5 minutes until the onions are translucent. Stir in minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and the remaining Italian seasonings for about 1 minute.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add the shredded chicken back to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over low heat, uncovered, for about 15 minutes.
  4. Next, add the refrigerated tortellini to the simmering soup. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the tortellini is tender and floating to the surface. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning to your preference before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, store leftover soup without tortellini and add fresh tortellini when reheating.

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