Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini

Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 30 minutes of prep. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it creamy and perfect every time. The rich, creamy texture and melty cheese will make your kitchen cozy and inviting. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Shells for Easy Dinner and Creamy Cauliflower Sausage Kale Soup Recipe.

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
• Canned tomato sauce
• Chicken broth
• Cream cheese
• Frozen cheese tortellini
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Italian seasoning
• Salt
• Pepper
• Red pepper flakes (optional)
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: Fresh basil
• Optional: Grated mozzarella cheese
• Optional: Shredded Parmesan cheese

How to Make Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Place them in the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
3. Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return it to the slow cooker.
5. Step 5: Stir in cream cheese until melted and fully incorporated. Add frozen cheese tortellini and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until tortellini is tender.
6. Step 6: Ladle soup into bowls, top with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and additional mozzarella cheese if desired.

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 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead through step 4. Reheat before adding tortellini and cooking as directed.

Freezing Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini

Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, until heated through. Stir halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and chicken broth.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken breasts with leftover rotisserie chicken for even faster prep.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the soup through step 4, then refrigerate. Reheat before adding tortellini and cooking as directed.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• 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 reaches your desired consistency.

Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup with Tortellini

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Prep

15 minutes

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Cook

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

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Total

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free, Dairy-free (optional)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Canned diced tomatoes
• Canned tomato sauce
• Chicken broth
• Cream cheese
• Frozen cheese tortellini

Seasonings

• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Italian seasoning
• Salt
• Pepper
• Red pepper flakes (optional)
• Grated Parmesan cheese

Optional Toppings

• Fresh basil
• Grated mozzarella cheese
• Shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Place them in the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
3. Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return it to the slow cooker.
5. Step 5: Stir in cream cheese until melted and fully incorporated. Add frozen cheese tortellini and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until tortellini is tender.
6. Step 6: Ladle soup into bowls, top with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and additional mozzarella cheese if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and chicken broth.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken breasts with leftover rotisserie chicken for even faster prep.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the soup through step 4, then refrigerate. Reheat before adding tortellini and cooking as directed.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
• 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 reaches your desired consistency.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, until heated through. Stir halfway through.
• Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead through step 4. Reheat before adding tortellini and cooking as directed.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 105mg
• Sat. Fat: 9g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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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!