Description
This creamy and comforting Chicken Tortellini Soup is a perfect crock pot recipe that combines tender shredded chicken, cheesy tortellini, fresh spinach, and aromatic Italian herbs in a rich tomato and cream broth. It’s an ideal winter meal that the whole family will love, especially picky eaters, offering a delicious balance of savory flavors and hearty ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 28 ounces diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Thickener & Cream
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
Add-ins
- 19 ounces frozen cheese tortellini
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: Add the chicken breasts, diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, black pepper, salt, dried thyme, oregano, and Italian seasoning into the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- Slow Cook the Soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly and flavors to meld.
- Shred the Chicken: Carefully remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, then return the shredded chicken back into the soup.
- Prepare Cream Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and cornstarch until smooth and free of lumps to create a slurry that will thicken the soup.
- Add Tortellini, Cheese, and Spinach: Stir the cream and cornstarch slurry into the soup along with the frozen cheese tortellini, parmesan cheese, and fresh baby spinach. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook Until Tortellini is Tender: Continue cooking the soup on low for an additional 45 minutes, or until the tortellini is cooked through and the soup has thickened to a creamy consistency.
- Serve Warm: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra parmesan cheese if desired before serving. Enjoy this hearty, creamy chicken tortellini soup warm.
Notes
- This Chicken Tortellini Soup prepared in the crock pot is a cozy wintertime favorite that appeals to both adults and kids.
- Its creamy texture and mild flavors make it great for picky eaters as well.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk but the soup may be less rich.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can increase the cornstarch slightly or cook uncovered for the last 15 minutes to reduce the liquid.
- Fresh spinach adds vibrant color and nutrition; feel free to substitute with kale or Swiss chard if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 567 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.01 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
