Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup
Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup blends tender bites of chicken and pillowy cheese tortellini in a lightly creamy, herb-scented broth. Hints of garlic, thyme, and fresh spinach keep it bright yet comforting, perfect for a chilly evening or a cozy weeknight dinner. The balance of richness and freshness makes it a crowd-pleaser any time you crave a warm, satisfying bowl.
- Prep15 hrs
- Cook11 hrs
- Serves3
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 17
- Heart Health
- 70
- Metabolic
- 29
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Turn on a multi-function pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute setting. Add the butter and let it melt. Add the chicken, onion, carrots, and garlic. Saute until the chicken is golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Press Cancel.
- 2
Stir in 1 cup chicken broth. Move the chicken and vegetables to one side of the pot. Arrange the tortellini in a single layer on the other side. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure per the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 3
Release the pressure using the natural-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, 15 minutes. Release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions. Unlock and remove the lid.
- 4
Stir 1 tablespoon chicken broth and the flour together in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the half-and-half. Microwave on high, stirring every 20 seconds, until the mixture thickens, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour the flour slurry into the pot and stir to combine. Add the spinach, thyme, garlic salt, and pepper. Stir until the spinach has wilted. Serve right away.
- Calories 380.41 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 28.61 g Good Source 57%
- Carbohydrate 29.6 g 11%
- Total Fat 15.07 g Moderate 19%
- Saturated Fat 8.13 g High 41%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 98.05 mg High 33%
- Sodium 558.39 mg High 24%
- Dietary Fiber 3.7 g Moderate 13%
- Total Sugars 5.19 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 182.11 mg Moderate 14%
- Iron 2.58 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 329.65 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 9.22 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 2.22 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup is an American dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 26 hrs, serves 3, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, and Cheese Tortellini Pasta. Each serving provides about 380.41 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup?
- It is an American soup recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, Cheese Tortellini Pasta, Chicken Breast. The full list of 13 is above.
- What goes well with Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup?
- About 26 hrs in total: 15 hrs to prepare and 11 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 380.41 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup healthy?
- Pressure Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 380.41 calories and 28.61 g of protein, or 57% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 558.39 mg (24% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.13 g (41% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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