This cozy Lemon Chicken Tortellini Soup brings together bright citrus, tender chicken, and pillowy cheese tortellini for the ultimate comfort bowl. It comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a warm lunch on chilly days. Each spoonful is light, soothing, and deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 (9-oz) package cheese tortellini
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and cook 5-6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then add the shredded chicken, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cheese tortellini and cook 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and spinach. Let the spinach wilt for 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, then ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley.
Tip
If you prefer a slightly creamier texture, stir in a splash of warm broth mixed with 1-2 teaspoons cornstarch at the end.
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Lemon Chicken Tortellini Soup
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A bright, cozy Lemon Chicken Tortellini Soup made with tender chicken, cheese tortellini, lemon, and spinach.
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 (9-oz) package cheese tortellini
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup fresh spinach
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and cook 5-6 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in the garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken broth, then add the shredded chicken, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the cheese tortellini and cook 5-7 minutes until tender.
5. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and spinach. Let the spinach wilt for 1-2 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning, then ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Add a cornstarch slurry for a slightly creamier finish if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American