Description

This Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup is a hearty, comforting dish made with tender shredded chicken, creamy Parmesan cheese, fresh spinach, and tortellini simmered in a flavorful tomato and chicken broth base. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal, this slow-cooked soup combines rich Italian flavors with the convenience of a crock pot.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Broth

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

Dairy and Cheese

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

Seasonings and Others

1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 cup tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1 cup fresh spinach
Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

Layer Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the Crock Pot. Add the diced onions and minced garlic on top of the chicken to build the flavor base.
Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, then stir gently to combine. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
Slow Cook: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low heat for 6 hours, allowing the chicken to cook through until tender and fully flavored by the broth and seasonings.
Shred Chicken: Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup, mixing well for an even distribution of protein.
Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the soup becomes creamy and rich in flavor.
Add Tortellini and Spinach: Incorporate the tortellini and fresh spinach into the soup. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, ensuring the tortellini is fully cooked and the spinach is wilted.
Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant finish. Serve hot with crusty bread if desired.

Notes

This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or garlic bread for a complete meal.
To lighten the soup, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or bell peppers to boost nutrition and flavor.

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, Italian soup, tortellini soup, slow cooker recipes, easy dinner, comfort food