Chicken Tortellini Soup

This Chicken Tortellini Soup is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender chicken and gluten-free tortellini in a savory broth, perfect for a cozy meal. Infused with fresh vegetables and herbs, it's a delightful blend of flavors that warms the soul.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, cooked and shredded
• Gluten-free tortellini - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Chicken broth - 500 milliliters
• Diced tomatoes - 200 grams, canned
• Spinach - 50 grams, fresh
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese - for serving, optional

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, then stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the gluten-free tortellini to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually around 5-7 minutes.
5. Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the shredded chicken and fresh spinach. Allow to heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.

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