Name: One-Pot High Protein Tortellini Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 1 head celery, diced ((about 8-10 medium stalks)); 5 large carrots, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1 tbsp garlic, minced; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 2 tsp italian herbs seasoning; 20 oz lean ground chicken or turkey ((I use 93% lean)); 3 cups creamy tomato sauce ((I use Trader Joe's vodka sauce)); 4 cups chicken broth ((low-sodium if watching salt)); 8 cups spinach, chopped; 3 cups cheese tortellini; 1/4 cup half and half ((optional, to make it creamy))

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If you’re looking for a cozy, nutrient-dense meal that comes together in one pot, this high protein tortellini soup is it. It’s hearty, flavorful, packed with veggies, and easy enough for busy weeknights. With just about 40 minutes from start to finish, this soup makes six servings, perfect for meal prep or a family dinner.

This comforting soup starts with sauteed onion, carrots, celery, and bell pepper for a flavorful veggie base. Ground chicken or turkey adds lean protein, while creamy tomato sauce and chicken broth bring everything together in a rich, savory broth. The addition of cheese tortellini makes it filling and satisfying, and spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients. For an extra creamy version, stir in a splash of half & half and top with grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Each serving provides over 30 grams of protein, making it a balanced and high-protein option that keeps you full and supports muscle mass. The veggies add fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins A and C, while the lean meat boosts protein without too much saturated fat. One thing to note: store-bought tomato sauce and broth can be higher in sodium. If you’re watching your salt intake, use low-sodium broth and sauce, and skip any extra added salt. The soup is well-seasoned as is, so you won’t miss it.

This high protein tortellini soup is the perfect blend of comfort and nutrition. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and ideal for meal prep. It’s the perfect easy dinner (within minimal clean-up!) that everyone will love.

One-Pot High Protein Tortellini Soup

This one-pot high protein tortellini soup is cozy, packed with veggies, and perfect for meal prep with over 30 g of protein per serving!

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Prep 10

Cook 30

Total 40

Course Main Course, Soup

Servings 6

Calories 426 kcal

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 head celery, diced (about 8-10 medium stalks)
5 large carrots, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 tbsp garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp italian herbs seasoning
20 oz lean ground chicken or turkey (I use 93% lean)
3 cups creamy tomato sauce (I use Trader Joe's vodka sauce)
4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium if watching salt)
8 cups spinach, chopped
3 cups cheese tortellini
1/4 cup half and half (optional, to make it creamy)

Instructions

Add olive oil to a large soup pot and heat on medium heat. Dice onion.
Add onion and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, chop other veggies.
Add celery, carrots, and bell pepper to pot once chopped, continue stirring.
Add garlic, smoked paprika, and italian seasoning and cook for about 3 more minutes, stirring frequently.
Add chicken or turkey to the pot and break up the meat. Mix frequently to cook the meat throughout.
Once the meat is almost cooked, add tomato sauce and chicken broth.
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add tortellini to simmering soup, stir, cover and cook for 5 minutes or until tortellini is tender.
Add spinach, stir, cover and cook for 2 more minutes.
If you desire a creamy soup, add half and half, mix well, and turn off heat.
Serve as-is or add grated parmesan on top if desired.