Chicken And Tortellini Soup Recipe

Name: Chicken And Tortellini Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 2 medium chicken breasts, cut in small pieces; 2 (16 ounce) cans low-sodium low-fat chicken broth; 64 fluid ounces water; 1 tablespoon dried tarragon (add more or less to taste); 1 tablespoon dried basil (add more or less to taste); salt and pepper; 1 cup chopped red pepper; 1 package frozen cheese tortellini or 2 cups dried tortellini (fresh tortellini break up); shredded fresh parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 medium chicken breasts, cut in small pieces
2 (16 ounce) cans low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
64 fluid ounces water
1 tablespoon dried tarragon (add more or less to taste)
1 tablespoon dried basil (add more or less to taste)
salt and pepper
1 cup chopped red pepper
1 package frozen cheese tortellini or 2 cups dried tortellini (fresh tortellini break up)
shredded fresh parmesan cheese

1
Cook tortellini in a pan of boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes.
2
Remove from heat.
3
Meanwhile, using a second large soup pan, heat olive oil and garlic.
4
Add chopped onions and cook until almost soft.
5
Add chicken pieces.
6
Sprinkle with tarragon and basil and cook through (about 7 minutes).
7
Add 2 cans low fat/low sodium chicken broth and 4 cans water.
8
Heat to boiling.
9
Add 1 cup chopped red pepper.
10
(Make sure pieces are small) Using slotted spoon, remove tortellini from pan of water and add to soup.
11
Cook for another 15 to 20 minutes to blend flavors.
12
Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon fresh shredded parmesan cheese on each bowl of soup.
13
This is great with fresh Italian or French bread and butter.

453

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon chopped garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 medium chicken breasts, cut in small pieces, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Tortellini Soup falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken And Tortellini Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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