Chicken Tortellini Soup (Easy!)

caitlinbrae — Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:09:32 +0000

Chicken tortellini soup is made from carrots, celery, onion, ground chicken, and tortellini of course! Add in a few seasonings and chopped baby kale and you’ll have a delicious and creamy tortellini soup!

Chicken tortellini soup

There is something about soup that is so comforting! If you’re feeling under the weather, or if its freezing cold outside, or you’re simply craving a yummy soup, this chicken tortellini soup will satisfy all your cravings. Not only is this soup delicious, but its also really easy to make. It can be made in four simple steps and whipped up in under 30 minutes. Definitely keep reading to find out all the details.

Why you’ll love this chicken tortellini soup

Since this soup stores really well in the fridge or freezer, you can prepare it at the beginning of the week to have an easy meal on hand! You can also make a batch for family or for a friend; there are so many reasons to whip up this yummy soup. Here are a few reasons why you’ll love this recipe:

This recipe makes a large batch!

Creamy tortellini soup is freezer friendly.

This soup is loaded with veggies and cheesy tortellini.

You can customize this soup to your liking! I have included recommendations below.

Tortellini soup is packed with protein.

Additionally, try this sausage gnocchi soup for more soup inspiration.

Ingredients in chicken tortellini soup

This creamy tortellini soup requires easy and minimal ingredients. It starts with a delicious veggie base, then will add the protein, and lastly add the kale and pasta. Let’s take a minute to break down all the ingredients.

Celery, carrots, yellow onion and garlic are the main veggie base. To start, we are going to chop and sauté the veggies.

Ground chicken is the main protein source. You can also use chicken breast! I have included some recipe substitutes down below.

Here are the seasonings we are working with: garlic powder, basil, oregano, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.

Chicken broth, of course! To make the soup base. You can also use chicken bone broth.

Half and half adds creaminess and flavor. You can also use heavy cream.

Cheese tortellini is arguably the best addition to this soup! However, you can use gnocchi or another pasta of your choice.

And lastly, baby kale for added greens and veggies (spinach is also a great option). There are so many substitutes that work well with this recipe.

Find out how to make this soup below!

How to make

Follow these four easy steps to make this recipe!

STEP 1

Grab a large soup pot and put it on the stove over medium heat. Add one tablespoon of oil. Now add the chopped veggies: carrots, onion, garlic, and celery. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for about 5 minutes.

STEP 2

Now add the ground chicken to the pot (you can push the veggies to the side of the pot until the chicken browns a little bit). Add in the seasonings: garlic powder, basil, oregano, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Once the chicken is browned, combine it with the sautéed veggies.

STEP 3

Time to add the chicken broth! Add 6 cups of broth and bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes. Now add in the half and half, kale, and tortellini and cook for another 5-10 minutes. If the soup is too thick for your liking, add an additional 1-2 cups of broth.

STEP 4

Serve and enjoy warm! This soup actually gets better as it sits so it makes great leftovers! Pro tip: top the soup with shredded parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

How to store

If you have leftovers, you can store the extra soup in the fridge for 2-3 days. Once the soup cools just store it in an air tight container in the fridge!

Substitutions

Half and half or heavy cream. This recipe calls for one cup of half and half however, you can use one cup of heavy cream instead.

Chicken broth or chicken bone broth. For this recipe you can use any chicken broth you like! You can also use chicken bone broth for extra protein.

Ground chicken or chicken breast. Seasoned ground chicken is the main protein source in this tortellini soup! You can also you diced chicken breast or chicken thighs. Simply, dice your chicken and make sure it’s browned and fully cooked through.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make this soup ahead of time?

Definitely! Cook the soup according to the directions. Once the soup cools, store it in an air tight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. When the soup sits, it will absorb the broth so, I recommend having extra broth on hand! Add in 1-2 cups of broth to reach the consistency of your liking.

Does this tortellini soup freeze well?

Yes! Once the soup cool, store it in a freezer friendly container and store it in the freezer for 3 months. To reheat the soup, let it thaw at room temperature and then heat it up on the stove. Or you can add the frozen soup to a large pot over medium-low heat until it heats through.

Can I add other veggies?

Of course. Adding veggies is always a great option! Feel free to add spinach or any other veggie you like.

What type of tortellini can I use?

This recipe calls for cheese tortellini however, you can use any tortellini you like. Ricotta and spinach, mushroom, or kale tortellini are all great options.

Other recipes you’ll love

Here are some other dinner recipes you’ll love!

One Pot Mac and Cheese

Gnocchi Sausage Soup

Hamburger Pasta

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

Easy Meatball Recipe

Did you make this recipe?

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