Chicken Tortellini Soup with Creamy Alfredo
Warm up your evenings with this comforting Chicken Tortellini Soup with Creamy Alfredo! Packed with tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a rich, creamy broth, this dish is perfect for family dinners or chilly nights. With its simple preparation and delightful flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup store-bought or homemade Alfredo sauce
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from pot and let rest before shredding.
- In the same pot, add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the tortellini to the pot and cook according to package instructions (typically 5-7 minutes for fresh).
- Lower the heat and stir in the Alfredo sauce until well combined.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted (about 1-2 minutes). Serve hot topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg