Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini
Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini is a hearty, comforting meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the best Chicken Parmesan Soup is all in the seasoning. The creamy, melty cheese tortellini in a rich tomato base will make your family beg for this cozy, better-than-takeout soup. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Refreshing Cherry Limeade Recipe Perfect for Summer and Creamy Moroccan Harissa Lentil Soup Recipe for Dinner.
Why This Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini Is Pure Comfort
- Easy, better-than-takeout flavor
- Creamy, comforting tomato base
- Loaded with tender chicken and cheese tortellini
- Perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Chicken broth
- Cheese tortellini
- Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Optional: Fresh basil
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken broth: Use low-sodium broth to control the saltiness of the soup.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Slow Cooker — Ensures even cooking and perfect tenderness for the chicken. → See on Amazon
- Immersion Blender — Makes blending the soup right in the pot a breeze. → See on Amazon
How to Make Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Place in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Return to the slow cooker and add cheese tortellini. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until tortellini is cooked through.
- Step 5: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Serve hot with desired toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It can become dry and tough. To prevent this, cook the chicken separately and add it back to the slow cooker at the end.
- Pro tip: For a smoother soup, blend the soup until completely smooth before adding the cheese. Then, stir in the cheese until melted and creamy.
- Pro tip: To make this soup in the Instant Pot, cook the chicken and broth together for 10 minutes at high pressure. Then, shred the chicken, add the tortellini, and cook for an additional 3 minutes at high pressure.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This soup can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months.
Freezing Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini
Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier soup, add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Best substitution: Use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts for even more tender, flavorful chicken.
- Make-ahead: This soup can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little more chicken broth. If it's too thin, simmer it on the stovetop until it thickens to your desired consistency.
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Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Canned diced tomatoes
- Chicken broth
- Cheese tortellini
- Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
Optional Toppings
- Fresh basil
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Place in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Return to the slow cooker and add cheese tortellini. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until tortellini is cooked through.
- Step 5: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier soup, add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Best substitution: Use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts for even more tender, flavorful chicken.
- Make-ahead: This soup can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little more chicken broth. If it's too thin, simmer it on the stovetop until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: This soup can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 32g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbs: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini FAQs
Yes, this soup can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Overcooking the chicken can cause it to become dry and tough. To prevent this, cook the chicken separately and add it back to the slow cooker at the end.
Yes, to make this soup in the Instant Pot, cook the chicken and broth together for 10 minutes at high pressure. Then, shred the chicken, add the tortellini, and cook for an additional 3 minutes at high pressure.
Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts. Add an additional 5-10 minutes to the cooking time.
You can use vegetable broth or even water in a pinch. However, using chicken broth will give the soup the best flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
