Chicken Tortellini
Chicken tortellini is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and flavorful broth. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or a family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the carrots, celery, and onion in olive oil until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the shredded chicken, tortellini, and dried thyme to the pot.
- Simmer for 10-12 minutes until the tortellini is cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Sauté pan Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Stove Wooden spoon Ladle
Serving suggestions
Serve the chicken tortellini soup with a side of crusty bread and a green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a time-saving option, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken and store-bought chicken broth.
Cost
$20