Description

This Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for cozy nights. It combines tender chicken breasts slow-cooked with onions, garlic, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning, finished with creamy Parmesan cheese, tortellini, and fresh spinach for a rich and flavorful bowl of soup.

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

Additional Ingredients

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

Instructions

Prepare ingredients: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the Crock Pot to start the base of your soup.
Add aromatics: Layer the diced onions and minced garlic on top of the chicken to build flavor.
Combine liquids and seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, then stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
Season: Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the mixture and season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
Slow cook: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to shred.
Shred chicken: Remove chicken breasts from the pot and shred with two forks, then return the shredded chicken back into the soup.
Add cream and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese thoroughly to create a rich, creamy texture.
Add tortellini and spinach: Incorporate tortellini and spinach into the soup, then cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the tortellini is warmed through and spinach is wilted.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Fresh or frozen tortellini can be used based on preference or availability.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste as the Parmesan cheese adds saltiness.
Can be served with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian-American

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