Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup
This delightful Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup is a comforting and creamy dish that combines the flavors of chicken parmesan with the convenience of slow cooking. Perfect for busy days, this soup is hearty, flavorful, and easy to prepare.
Equipment
- 1 Crock Pot or slow cooker
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 mixing spoon
- 1 whisk
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 For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half.
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- for garnish fresh basil
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the Crock Pot.
- Add the diced onions and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until well combined.
- Add the tortellini and spinach to the soup, and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the tortellini is heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
This soup pairs well with crusty bread or garlic bread for a complete meal.
For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or bell peppers for extra nutrition.