Chicken Tortellini Soup Slow Cooker (Gluten-Free Optional)
Make this cozy, heart Chicken Tortellini Soup in the Slow Cooker, it's filled with tender chunky and hearty vegetables, easy to make with gluten-free tortellini too!
Chicken Tortellini Soup made in the slow cooker is just what you need on a chilly day, easy to make gluten-free too.
Chicken Tortellini Soup in the Slow Cooker is packed with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and cheesy tortellini, this recipe is both hearty and flavorful, perfect for a cozy family dinner or easy meal prep.
The best part? It’s incredibly simple! Just toss the ingredients in your slow cooker, let it do the work, and come home to a delicious, homemade meal with minimal effort.
This recipe can also be made gluten-free with a few simple swaps.
How do you make Gluten-Free Chicken Tortellini Soup?
To make this soup gluten-free, use a gluten-free tortellini. I use the Taste Republic Brand that is found at Target.
Along with the tortellini, use Gluten-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup, this can be store-bought at your local Walmart or Homemade with this Homemade Gluten-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup Recipe.
These are the only swaps needed to make this gluten-free.
What ingredients do you need for Chicken Tortellini Soup in the Slow Cooker?
- Gluten-Free or Regular Cheese Tortellini
- Onion
- Carrot
- Celery
- Chicken Breast
- Italian Seasoning
- Salt
- Ground Black Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Cream of Mushroom or Gluten-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup
- Chicken Broth
Tips for Making Chicken Tortellini Soup Slow Cooker:
The tortellini will be added to this recipe in the last 15 minutes, so be sure to keep it refrigerated until you are ready to add it to the soup.
The chicken itself and other ingredients will be slow-cooked for 5 hours on LOW, once the chicken has reached an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees F, then it will be removed and shredded. The shredded chicken will be added back into the slow cooker along with the tortellini to finish off the cooking time.
It is best to have a meat thermometer on hand to get the correct internal temperature of the chicken.
Variations of Chicken Tortellini Soup:
- Make it Spicy – Add red chili flakes or hot sauce to the broth. The chicken can also be rubbed with chili powder or paprika.
- Make it Kid-Friendly – Serve with bacon bits and cheddar cheese.
- Make it Deluxe – Serve with sauteed mushrooms and bacon along with Parmigiano Cheese.
How to store leftover chicken tortellini soup?
Once the soup has completely cooled, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, pour into a microwave-safe bowl and heat covered for 2-3 minutes.
This soup does not freeze well, so it is not recommended to freeze the leftovers.
This Chicken Tortellini Soup made in the slow cooker is the perfect cozy meal for when you’re craving something warm, hearty, and full of flavor. It’s great for feeding a crowd or simply enjoying leftovers throughout the week
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Place the sliced onion, carrots, and celery into the slow cooker.
- 2
Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides of the chicken breasts and add them to the slow cooker.
- 3
Add the 2 cans of cream of mushroom.
- 4
Pour in the chicken broth, mix slightly so the chicken breasts are completely covered.
- 5
Cover and cook for 3 hours on HIGH or 5 hours on LOW. The chicken is cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- 6
Once the chicken is cooked, carefully shred it with 2 forks. This can be removed from the slow cooker, shredded, and added back if preferred.
- 7
Add the tortellini into the slow cooker, mix so it's evenly throughout the broth and chicken.
- 8
Cover and cook on HIGH for an additional 15-18 minutes or until the tortellini is cooked to your liking.
- 9
Serve.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 247
- Carbs
- 19 g
- Protein
- 27 g
- Fat
- 7 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
- Sodium
- 1700 mg
- Sugar
- 2 g
Estimates for one serving.
Filed under Recipes Gluten Free Main Dish Chicken Slow Cooker Soup, Chili, and Stew
