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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe

The Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe is perfect for busy days. It’s warm, comforting and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Soup / Main Dish
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 6
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 9-ounce package cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving

These ingredients create a flavorful, wholesome soup that’s hearty and satisfying.

Instructions
 

Prepare the Vegetables

  • Dice carrots, celery, and onion. Mince garlic. Place all vegetables in the slow cooker for a fresh base.

Add Chicken and Broth

  • Place chicken breasts on top of vegetables. Pour chicken broth and water into the slow cooker.

Season the Soup

  • Add dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to distribute seasoning without breaking the chicken.

Slow Cook

  • Cover and cook on low for 4 hours. Chicken becomes tender while flavors meld beautifully with vegetables and herbs.

Shred the Chicken

  • Remove chicken from slow cooker. Shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the soup for even distribution.

Add Tortellini

  • Add cheese tortellini to slow cooker. Cover and cook for an additional 10–12 minutes until tender but not overcooked.

Add Greens

  • Stir in fresh spinach or kale. Cook for 2–3 minutes until greens wilt, adding color and nutrition to the soup.

Taste and Adjust

  • Taste the soup. Adjust salt and pepper as needed. Ensure all flavors are balanced for the perfect bowl of soup.

Serve the Soup

  • Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired for extra flavor and richness.

Enjoy

  • Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad. Enjoy the comforting taste of homemade Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for more tender and flavorful meat.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a mild spicy kick.
  • Substitute tortellini with small pasta shells or ravioli.
  • For creamier soup, add ½ cup heavy cream at the end.
  • Frozen tortellini can be used, but add a few extra minutes of cooking.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day after flavors have melded.
Keyword Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe