Stovetop~30 minComplexity
Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup
This Chicken Tortellini Soup provides 52g protein and 442 calories per serving—substantial protein in a single bowl format. Batch-preps 3 servings on the stovetop in quick time, creating a complete meal that covers over half your daily protein target. Built for lifters who need high-protein soups that deliver genuine macros without filler ingredients.
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Ingredients
3 servings
- •4 Carrots(244g)
- •6 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- •8 oz Pasta, Cheese Tortellini, Dry
- •1.5 cup Chicken Breast, Grilled
- •kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper
- •2 tbsp Parsley, Fresh
- •0.5 tsp Rosemary, Fresh
Instructions
- 1Pour the chicken broth into a large pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, about 5–7 minutes, until large bubbles break the surface rapidly.
- 2Add the carrots to the boiling broth and reduce heat to medium. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, until the carrots are fork-tender when pierced.
- 3Stir in the cheese tortellini and cook for 2–4 minutes, until the pasta floats to the surface and is tender but still holds its shape.
- 4Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and stir over medium heat for 1–2 minutes, until heated through.
- 5Remove from heat and stir in the ground rosemary and chopped fresh parsley. Season with kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper to taste.
- 6Divide the soup evenly into meal-prep containers while hot, leaving a half-inch of headspace. Seal and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
396
calories
37g
protein
8g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 44g
- Saturated fat
- 3.5g
- Sodium
- 1025 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.8g
3 servings per batch · ~710g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup have per serving?
Each serving contains 52g of protein and 442 calories, with 9g fat and 37g carbs. The high protein combined with moderate carbs makes this a solid post-workout meal option.
How long does Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 3 servings per batch, so you can cook multiple batches for a week of lunches. One stovetop session covers several days of meals.
Is Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup good for muscle gain?
At 52g protein and 442 calories per serving, this soup provides substantial protein alongside enough carbs to support glycogen replenishment post-training. It's well-suited for muscle-building phases where you're eating in a surplus.
