Best Zesty Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipes

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ZESTY CHICKEN TORTELLINI SOUP - RECIPE



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This tortellini soup recipe is loaded with flavor, made with fire roasted tomatoes, white beans, seared chicken thighs, cheese tortellini and a powerful blend of herbs and seasonings. Your taste buds will thank you for a bowl.

Provided by Mike Hultquist

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large bell pepper (chopped)
2 jalapeno peppers (chopped)
1 large yellow onion (chopped)
2 stalks celery (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (chopped)
1.5 pounds chicken thighs (chopped)
15 ounces white beans (drained)
14.5 ounce can fire roasted tomatoes
4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon cayenne powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon spicy chili flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
10 ounces cheese tortellini
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
¼ cup heavy cream (optional (or use Mexican crema for a lighter touch))
FOR SERVING: Extra chopped peppers (fresh herbs, Parmesan cheese)

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot to medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the peppers, onion and celery and cook them down about 5 minutes to soften them up.
  • Add the garlic and chicken and cook another 5 minutes, stirring, until the chicken is cooked mostly through.
  • Add the beans, fire roasted tomatoes, chicken broth and seasonings. Bring the mixture to a quick boil, then reduce the heat and simmer at least 20 minutes to let the flavors develop.
  • While the tortellini soup is simmering, bring a small pot of water to a boil and boil the tortellini until they float, about 3-4 minutes or so. Drain.
  • Add the tortellini noodles to the soup pot and stir in the spinach.
  • Remove from heat and swirl in the heavy cream or crema, if using.
  • Serve into bowls with your extra toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Sodium 752 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ZESTY CHICKEN TORTELLINI SOUP



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I love coming home knowing this soup is waiting for me. Don't hesitate to toss in whatever veggies you have on hand. -Nancy Latulippe, Simcoe, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
4 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1 envelope reduced-sodium onion soup mix
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 cups frozen cheese tortellini

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring chicken broth and beef broth to a boil; reduce heat. Add chicken and poach, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove chicken; cool slightly., Add the carrots, celery, onion, soup mix, parsley and seasonings to broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Cool soup. Meanwhile, chop chicken. Add tortellini and chicken to soup. Transfer to freezer containers; freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen soup: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Place in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until heated through and tortellini are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 1097mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

ZESTY CHICKEN SOUP



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This spicy chicken soup is chock full of chicken and vegetables. Best of all, it freezes nicely, making a second meal with little effort! -Gwen Nelson, Castro Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings (3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 cups water
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican diced tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup medium salsa
3 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 cup frozen white corn
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
Shredded cheddar cheese and tortilla chips, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a Dutch oven; add water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 10-15 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Remove chicken; cut into 1/2-in. cubes and set aside., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery and garlic; cook and stir until tender., Add to cooking juices in Dutch oven. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, salsa, zucchini, carrots, corn, chilies, cumin, chili powder and basil. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add chicken; heat through., If desired, serve with cheese and tortilla chips. Soup may be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZESTY CHICKEN TORTELLINI SOUP



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One pan is all you need for a hearty, filling, delicious soup this season. Combine broth with chicken and tortellini for an easy soup.

Provided by Stephanie Lynch

Categories     Main Dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups chicken broth
4 cups beef broth
1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
4 carrots (chopped)
2 stalks celery (chopped)
1 onion (chopped)
1 pkg dried onion soup
1 1/2 tsp parsley
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
1/2 tsp pepper
2 1/2 cups tortellini

Steps:

  • In a dutch oven, bring chicken broth and beef broth to a boil, then reduce heat
  • Add chicken and poach, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes
  • Remove chicken and let cool slightly then shred
  • Add the carrots, celery, onion, soup mix, and seasonings to the broth and bring to a boil
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender
  • Add tortellini and chicken to soup
  • Cook for about 5-10 minutes, until the tortellini is cooked through

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 271 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 1490 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

SPICY TORTELLINI SOUP



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For a quick satisfying soup, this recipe is a snap to put together. The combination of the ingredients makes a nice sauce. A sprinkling of cheese provides a tasty finish. Served with French bread makes it hearty enough for a meal. Note: This recipe was entered for RSC#11 and has been modified with additional seasonings. ;)

Provided by Vseward Chef-V

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (14 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can roasted-garlic seasoned chicken broth
1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini or 1 (9 ounce) package mushroom tortellini
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
2 cups packed Baby Spinach
1 dash ground cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon basil
1 tablespoon oregano
2 tablespoons freshly grated asiago cheese

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil over high heat.
  • Add tortellini, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer about 5 minutes. Gently stir in diced tomatoes, simmer 3 minutes until tortellini is tender, stir in sundried tomatoes, shallots.
  • Stir in basil, cayenne pepper, oregano and black pepper and simmer another 2 minutes.
  • Stir in spanach 1 cup at a time just until wilted.
  • Ladle into shallow bowls, sprinkle with cheese and additional cayenne pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 409.1, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.9, Protein 6

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