The “Creamy Asiago Chicken and Mushroom Tortellini Soup” is a sumptuous and comforting soup that combines the rich flavors of asiago cheese, tender chicken, and earthy mushrooms with the delightful texture of cheese tortellini. This recipe, shared by Kevin on Closet Cooking, is straightforward yet indulgent, making it a perfect dish for cooler weather or any time you crave a bowl of creamy, satisfying soup. The process involves cooking mushrooms and onions until caramelized, adding garlic and thyme for depth of flavor, and then thickening the soup with flour. White wine (or broth) is used to deglaze the pan, followed by the addition of chicken broth, tortellini, and chicken, which are simmered until cooked. The soup is finished with heavy cream, dijon mustard, and grated asiago cheese, creating a creamy texture and a complex flavor profile. This soup is a celebration of simple ingredients coming together to create a dish that’s both comforting and luxurious, perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons oil or butter
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
1/4 cup flour (rice flour for gluten-free)
1/2 cup white wine (or broth)
4 cups chicken broth
8 ounces cheese tortellini (gluten-free for gluten-free)
1/2 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1/2 cup asiago cheese (or parmesan), grated
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add the mushrooms and onions and cook until the mushrooms have released their liquid and it has evaporated, about 10-15 minutes.
Mix in the garlic, thyme, and flour and cook, stirring, for a minute.
Add the wine and deglaze the pan.
Add the broth, tortellini, and chicken, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the tortellini is tender and the chicken is cooked, about 10 minutes.
Remove the chicken, dice or shred it, and mix it back into the soup.
Add the cream, mustard, and asiago, let the cheese melt, season with salt and pepper to taste, and remove from heat.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 490 kcal | Servings: 4 servings