Description
Cozy up with this delightful Crockpot Tortellini Soup featuring savory Italian sausage, vibrant vegetables, and creamy tortellini. This comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, as it requires minimal prep time and allows the slow cooker to work its magic. Packed with robust flavors from seasoned sausage, rich tomatoes, and fresh spinach, this hearty soup is sure to become a family favorite. Whether served on its own or paired with crusty bread, each bowl delivers warmth and satisfaction that will keep you coming back for more. Enjoy the versatility of this recipe by customizing it with your favorite veggies or spices!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces chicken sausage (or turkey sausage)
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced or chopped)
- 2 sticks celery (chopped finely)
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 (9-ounce) packages refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- Optional: 3/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, sauté chicken sausage and onions over medium heat for about 7–8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds before transferring the mixture to the Crockpot.
- Add carrots, celery, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth into the Crockpot.
- Cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in cheese tortellini and spinach; season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (high) or up to 8 hours (low)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg