Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup: A Slow-Cooked Italian Delight
Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup is a comforting and hearty Italian-inspired soup with tender chicken, tortellini, spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for slow cooking and busy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
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 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the Crock Pot.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic on top of chicken.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, stir to combine.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning over mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours, until chicken is cooked and tender.
- Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to soup.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Add tortellini and spinach, cook on HIGH for 30 minutes until tortellini is heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- Pairs well with crusty bread or garlic bread.
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for lighter soup.
- Optional: add extra vegetables such as carrots or bell peppers.