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Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe – Easy, Hearty & Full of Flavor

Chicken Tortellini Soup

This Chicken Tortellini Soup is the ultimate comfort food—featuring shredded chicken, cheese tortellini, fragrant herbs, and rich chicken broth. Perfect for busy nights or cozy weekends!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie or poached
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz, optional
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp thyme
  • 8 oz cheese tortellini refrigerated
  • 2 cups baby spinach or kale optional
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving, optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes (if using). Stir in the shredded chicken, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions (usually 3–5 minutes) until al dente.
  4. Stir in spinach or kale during the last minute of cooking until wilted.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and top with grated Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

To make it creamier, stir in ¼ to ½ cup of heavy cream before serving. For a vegetarian version, use beans and vegetable broth instead of chicken. Freeze soup base before adding tortellini for best texture later.