Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4

Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup recipe for a cozy dinner

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 pound chicken breast , cut into bite-sized pieces
	1 can chicken broth
	1 package refrigerated cheese tortellini
	2 cans cream of chicken soup
	2 cups half-and-half
	1 package frozen chopped spinach , thawed and drained
	1/2 teaspoon thyme
	1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

489

Sugar

Fat

26g

Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup is a classic comfort food that is best enjoyed on chilly evenings. The creamy broth and soft, cheese-filled tortellini are the ultimate combination of flavors and textures. The addition of chicken and roughly chopped spinach adds more substance and makes the soup more filling, perfect after a long day's work. This soup also makes for a great leftover meal - just refrigerate and reheat for a quick and comforting lunch the next day!

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, cook chicken pieces until no longer pink.
2.	Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
3.	Add tortellini and cook for 5 minutes.
4.	Stir in cream of chicken soup, half-and-half, chopped spinach, thyme, and black pepper.
5.	Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve hot.

PROS

This soup is easy to prepare and makes for a comforting meal on a chilly day.

The creamy broth and chunks of chicken and spinach make it both filling and flavorful.

CONS

This soup is relatively high in fat and calories due to the cream-based ingredients and cheese-filled tortellini.

It may not be the best choice for those on a strict diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a great source of vitamins A and C, and also provides iron and calcium.
The chicken in this recipe is a high-protein, low-fat meat option.
The thyme used in this soup has been linked to having antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a great addition to any immune-boosting diet.