Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe
A comforting and creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup featuring tender shredded chicken, Italian seasoning, tortellini, fresh spinach, and a rich blend of Parmesan cheese and cream. Perfect for an easy, hearty meal that warms you up with every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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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
Seasonings and Dairy
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- To taste salt
- To taste pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream (For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Add-ins
- 1 cup tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- For garnish: fresh basil
Instructions
- Prepare the base: 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 flavorful layers.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir gently to combine. Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the soup: Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken breasts are fully cooked and tender enough to shred easily.
- Shred the chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to distribute evenly.
- Add cream and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the soup is creamy and well combined.
- Add tortellini and spinach: Add the tortellini and fresh spinach to the soup. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the tortellini is cooked through and the spinach is wilted.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Enjoy hot for a cozy meal.
Notes
- This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or garlic bread to make a complete, satisfying meal.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream to reduce fat content.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for added nutrition and color.
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