Description

This Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup is a rich, comforting dish that combines tender shredded chicken, savory Italian flavors, and creamy broth all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. Featuring hearty tortellini, fresh spinach, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, it’s an easy, indulgent meal perfect for cold days or anytime you crave cozy comfort food.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste

Creamy and Cheese Ingredients

1 cup heavy cream (For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Add-ins and Garnish

1 cup tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1 cup fresh spinach
Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the chicken base: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the Crock Pot, creating the base of your soup.
Add aromatics: Layer the diced onions and minced garlic on top of the chicken to infuse flavor throughout the cooking process.
Add liquids and tomatoes: Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, then stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Season the soup: Sprinkle the Italian seasoning over the mixture, and add salt and pepper to taste for balanced seasoning.
Slow cook: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low heat for 6 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and fully cooked.
Shred chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the soup pot.
Add cream and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing thoroughly until the soup becomes creamy and rich.
Add tortellini and spinach: Incorporate the tortellini and fresh spinach, then cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until the tortellini is tender and heated through.
Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, then enjoy your comforting meal.

Notes

For a lighter soup, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Fresh tortellini cooks faster than frozen; adjust cook time accordingly.
If you prefer a thicker soup, reduce the amount of chicken broth slightly.
This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
To enhance flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine during slow cooking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Chicken Parmesan Soup, Crock Pot Soup, Creamy Chicken Soup, Slow Cooker Soup, Italian Soup, Comfort Food