Lunch: Chicken Tortellini Soup

Recipe by Marian Cooper Cairns Rotisserie chicken and ready-made tortellini make this satisfying soup a snap to prepare.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Tortellini Soup

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion
2 large garlic cloves
2 tsp. Italian seasoning
2 tsp. fennel seeds
6 c. low-sodium chicken broth
2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken breast
2 piece Parmesan rind (optional)
1 large zucchini
1 package refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 pt. cherry tomatoes
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh torn basil leaves

Instructions

Sauté onion in hot oil in large saucepan over medium heat 5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and next 2 ingredients and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes.
Stir in broth and next 2 ingredients; cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add zucchini and tortellini and simmer 7 minutes.
Stir in tomatoes and lemon juice and cook 2 more minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Discard Parmesan rinds. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese and basil.

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