CHICKEN AND TORTELLINI SOUP

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This recipe was an experiment that turned into a family tradition. My family begs for it every time we get together. I believe the tarragon is the magic ingredient. Don't use fresh tortellini; it breaks apart in the soup. I'm estimating the amount of dried tortellini, as I usually use frozen. My husband says this is even better the second day!

Provided by Lixa_R

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

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

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.2, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 23.2, Sodium 28.9, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 8.1

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