Description
Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup is a comforting one-pot meal that transforms dinner into a delightful experience in just 30 minutes. This rich and creamy soup features tender tortellini, hearty chicken sausage, and fresh spinach, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. The combination of flavors creates a satisfying dish that even picky eaters will love. Pair it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for an elevated dining experience that’s both quick and delicious.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound raw chicken sausage
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 32-ounce carton low-sodium chicken broth
- 8-ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 cup half-and-half
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the chicken sausage over medium heat until browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Break it into small pieces as it cooks.
- Add the onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sauté until the onion softens, about 3 minutes. Stir in the flour for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth while scraping the pot's bottom to release any stuck bits. Increase heat to bring to a simmer.
- Maintain a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tortellini and spinach; cook according to package instructions minus one minute. Add half-and-half and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 340g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg