CHICKEN & BROCCOLI RABE SOUP WITH TORTELLINI

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With chicken, pasta and a bold tomato broth, this hearty and inviting soup is like a big, comforting hug in a bowl! -Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings (3-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound broccoli rabe
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 pound diced pancetta or 4 bacon strips, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cartons (32 ounces each) chicken stock
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
3 fresh thyme sprigs
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded
1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
Additional grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a Dutch oven two-thirds full with water; bring to a boil. Cut 1/2 in. off ends of broccoli rabe; trim woody stems. Coarsely chop stems and leaves; add to boiling water. Cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 1-2 minutes. Drain and remove from pan; sprinkle with nutmeg and 1/8 teaspoon pepper., In same Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add pancetta; cook until brown and crisp, 4-5 minutes. Add onion and remaining pepper; cook until tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add next six ingredients and broccoli rabe; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 30 minutes. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain., Discard bay leaf and thyme sprigs from soup. Add chicken to soup; heat through. To serve, spoon tortellini into individual bowls; pour soup into bowls. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 1058mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Ajalodin Aalam
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great! The flavors were perfect and the tortellini was a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Ocean Stewart
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if I had added some more spices.


cookie gacha
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I was looking for a new soup recipe to try and this one didn't disappoint. The soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I especially liked the addition of tortellini.


Rita Florek
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This soup was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the tortellini was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Kyle Bovell
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli rabe, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the tortellini was a nice touch. I would definitely make this again.


Nick Ranger
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of chicken, broccoli rabe, and tortellini. I will definitely be making this again.


Naveed khan khan
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I wasn't sure how I would like this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were really good and the tortellini was a nice addition. I would definitely make this again.


Faustina Nuertey
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This soup is delicious! The chicken and broccoli rabe are a great combination, and the tortellini adds a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Samuel Armah
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a little extra broccoli rabe because I love the flavor.


Shaiful Islam
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This soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the tortellini added a nice touch of heartiness. I will definitely be making this again.