Go Back
Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup - Chicken tortellini soup: Master this creamy, hearty recipe for a fantastic family meal. Packed with flavor and easy to make on

Creamy Chicken Tortellini Soup

This chicken tortellini soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a satisfying meal that's both hearty and incredibly flavorful. It combines tender chicken, soft cheese tortellini, and a medley of fresh vegetables in a rich, creamy broth. I find myself making this chicken tortellini soup regularly, especially when I'm short on time but still want something nourishing. It's a versatile dish that's simple enough for beginners yet impressive enough for guests.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 2 ribs celery (diced)
  • 2 carrots (diced)
  • 1 large potato (peeled & diced)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
  • 19 ounces cheese tortellini
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Method
 

  1. Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat and cook onions until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add flour and seasonings (poultry seasoning, dried rosemary) and cook 1 minute more.
  3. Stir in chicken broth a bit at a time, whisking until smooth after each addition.
  4. Add celery, carrots, potatoes, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook covered for 17 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in the cooked chicken, tortellini, and heavy cream, simmer an additional 5 minutes uncovered or until tortellini is cooked through.
  6. Stir in peas, discard bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let rest 2-3 minutes to heat the peas.

Notes

- For the most tender chicken, I usually use leftover rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked chicken breast, which saves a lot of time and adds great flavor.
- If your soup appears too thin, you can thicken it by mashing some of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot, releasing their starch into the broth. Alternatively, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a bit of cold water before stirring it into the simmering soup.
- To ensure proper food safety, make sure any chicken added to the soup reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- This chicken tortellini soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of extra broth or water if it's too thick.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.