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Ultra close-up macro food photography of creamy chicken tortellini soup with shredded chicken, cheese tortellini, and wilted spinach

Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup

A comforting 30-minute one-pot creamy chicken tortellini soup loaded with golden seared chicken, tender mirepoix vegetables, pillowy three-cheese tortellini, and fresh baby spinach in a velvety, herb-infused garlic cream broth. 100% wholesome halal weeknight comfort food.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian Comfort
Calories: 510

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Soup Aromatics
  • 1 lb (450g) boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted European butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 stalks celery finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves finely chopped
  • 1 tsp sea salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly cracked
Velvety Broth Foundation
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for thickening
  • 4 cups low-sodium poultry bone broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice balances the richness
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
Tortellini, Greens & Cheeses
  • 10 oz (280g) refrigerated three-cheese tortellini made with microbial rennet
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach gently packed
  • 1/2 cup microbial-rennet hard Italian cheese such as BelGioioso Vegetarian Parmesan
  • 2 tbsp fresh Italian parsley finely chopped

Method
 

Step 1: Sear Chicken & Sauté Aromatics
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, and chopped fresh thyme. Cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
Step 2: Build Velvety Broth Base
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.