This creamy slow cooker chicken tortellini soup is filled with hearty vegetables, tender shredded chicken, and cheesy pasta in a smooth, flavorful broth. It’s the perfect hands-off comfort food for busy nights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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2 cups fresh or refrigerated cheese tortellini
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2 medium carrots, chopped
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2 celery stalks, sliced
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1 small onion, diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1 bay leaf
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 cups baby spinach
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3/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Add chicken, vegetables, garlic, seasoning, and broth to the slow cooker. Top with the bay leaf.
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Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
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Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the pot. Discard bay leaf.
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Add tortellini and spinach. Cook on high for 15–20 minutes until pasta is tender.
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Stir in cream and let warm through for 5–10 minutes. Avoid boiling.
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Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.