One Pot Lemon Chicken Tortellini Soup
INGREDIENTS
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12 oz. boneless, skinless chicken thighs*
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons butter (may sub olive oil or combo)
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1 small onion, chopped
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8 oz. sliced mushrooms
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1 cup carrots, sliced
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
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Dash - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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2 bay leaves
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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9 cups chicken stock**
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1 15.25 oz. can sweet corn, rinsed and drained
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12 oz. fresh cheese tortellini – UNCOOKED***
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4 cups fresh spinach, loosely packed
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2 tablespoons lemon juice plus more to taste
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freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional garnish)
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lemon zest (optional)
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