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Delicious homemade Chicken Tortellini Soup in a bowl, featuring tender chicken, cheese-filled tortellini pasta, and a savory broth.

Best Chicken Tortellini Soup

This delightful Chicken Tortellini Soup is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, pillowy tortellini, and a savory broth, creating an irresistible culinary experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Spoon
  • fork

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Add the chicken breasts and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until it's cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. Remove the cooked chicken from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the cheese tortellini. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the tortellini are tender.
  7. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

The key to a delicious Chicken Tortellini Soup is in the careful balancing of the cooking times for each ingredient. Simmering the chicken in the broth until it's perfectly tender, and then adding the tortellini at the last minute, ensures the perfect texture and flavor.