Tortellini Soup

Serves 4 Hands-On Time: 15m Total Time: 1hr 15m
Ingredients

* 1 3 1/2- to 4-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
* 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
* 2 carrots, cut into thin rounds
* 1/2 bunch Swiss chard, cut crosswise into 1-inch strips
* 1 8- to 9-ounce package tortellini, preferably vegetable
* 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
* 1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated Parmesan

Directions

1. Remove the skin from the chicken and place the pieces in a large saucepan. Add the broth and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently until the chicken is cooked through, about 35 minutes. Skim any foam that rises to the surface. Transfer the chicken to a plate; let cool. Shred the meat; discard the bones.

2. Meanwhile, strain the broth and return it to the saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add the carrots, Swiss chard, tortellini, salt, and pepper. Simmer according to the tortellini's package directions.

3. When the tortellini is done, add the chicken and heat for 3 minutes. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with the Parmesan.