chicken and spinach tortellini soup

Chicken-and-Spinach Tortellini Soup

This classic soup is perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

Ingredient

    1. 1 tbsp. olive oil
    2. 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
    3. 2 cloves garlic, minced
    4. 1 (14-oz.) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
    5. 6 c. chicken stock 
    6. 1 (9-ounce) package fresh cheese tortellini
    7. 1 (5-ounce) package fresh baby spinach
    8. 2 1/2 c. rotisserie chicken, shredded (about 10 ounces)
    9. 1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
    10. 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
    11. Grated Parmesan, torn basil leaves, and pesto, for serving

Instructions

    1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and stock. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook 5 to 6 minutes.
    2. Add tortellini and cook 5 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted, 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and add chicken, red pepper, and lemon juice. Cook until warm, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve immediately garnished with Parmesan, basil, and a drizzle of pesto.