Description
This Easy Meatball Tortellini Soup is a hearty, comforting meal made with tender meatballs, cheesy tortellini, and a rich tomato broth. It’s the perfect quick weeknight dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes — cozy, flavorful, and family-friendly!
Ingredients
- For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 package (12–16 oz) frozen or refrigerated meatballs
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- For Garnish:
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add meatballs to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes if pre-cooked (or follow package directions if raw).
- Add tortellini and cook according to package directions, usually 5–7 minutes, until tender.
- Stir in spinach and let wilt for 1–2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Notes
- Use homemade or store-bought meatballs — both work great.
- For a creamier version, add ½ cup of heavy cream at the end of cooking.
- Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
- This soup reheats beautifully and can be frozen without the tortellini (add fresh when reheating).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American