Ingredients
Method
Step 1: Sear Chicken & Sauté Aromatics
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a 5-quart enameled Dutch oven or heavy soup pot over medium-high heat. Season cubed chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add chicken to the hot pot in a single layer and sear without moving for 3 minutes until lightly browned on the bottom, then stir and cook for 2 more minutes until nearly cooked through. Transfer seared chicken to a clean plate and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in the same pot. Add the diced yellow onion, sliced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, scraping up any caramelized chicken bits from the bottom of the pot until the vegetables soften and sweeten.
- Stir in the minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, and chopped fresh thyme. Cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
Step 2: Build Velvety Broth Base
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour evenly over the sautéed vegetables. Stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste, coating the vegetables in a light paste.
- Slowly pour in 4 cups of low-sodium poultry bone broth in a steady stream, whisking or stirring continuously to dissolve the flour evenly and prevent lumps. Bring the soup to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, stirring as it thickens into a silky broth.
- Return the seared chicken and any resting juices back into the pot. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover partially with the lid, and simmer gently for 8 minutes to tenderize the chicken and blend the flavors.
Step 3: Simmer Tortellini & Wilt Spinach
- Uncover the pot and gently slide in the 10 oz of fresh refrigerated three-cheese tortellini. Stir gently to submerge the pasta and simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, just until the tortellini float to the top and become pillowy and tender. Do not overcook.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in the 3/4 cup of heavy cream, 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Simmer for 1 minute until warmed through.
- Add the 3 cups of fresh baby spinach in two batches. Stir gently for 60 to 90 seconds until the leaves just wilt and turn vibrant bright green.
Step 4: Fold Cheese & Serve
- Remove the pot from heat. Fold in the 1/2 cup of grated microbial parmesan cheese, stirring gently until it melts seamlessly into the broth, creating a velvety, luxurious texture.
- Taste the broth and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Ladle the hot soup into warmed shallow ceramic bowls, ensuring a generous balance of tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and vibrant spinach in every bowl.
- Garnish each bowl with fresh chopped Italian parsley, an extra pinch of shaved parmesan, and freshly cracked black pepper. Serve immediately with warm toasted garlic sourdough.
NUTRITION INFORMATION:
Serving: 1 bowl (approx. 350ml)
Calories: 510cal (26%)
Carbohydrates: 44g (15%)
Protein: 34g (68%)
Fat: 22g (34%)
Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)
Cholesterol: 85mg (28%)
Sodium: 780mg (34%)
Potassium: 620mg (18%)
Fiber: 4g (17%)
Sugar: 4g (8%)
Vitamin A: 85IU (2%)
Vitamin C: 25mg (30%)
Calcium: 20mg (2%)
Iron: 18mg (100%)
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Notes
100% Halal Wholesome: Crafted without pork or wine. For optimal texture, use fresh refrigerated tortellini rather than dried, and stir in the parmesan off heat so it melts smoothly without separating.
