Name: Crockpot Tortellini Soup with Chicken Sausage
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: PT-491162H34M50S
Total time: 54 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 16 ounces chicken sausage; 1/2 medium onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium carrots, sliced or chopped; 2 sticks celery, chopped; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 (9 ounce) packages refrigerated cheese tortellini; 3/4 cup heavy cream (optional); 2 cups fresh baby spinach; Salt & pepper to taste

Description

Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of this Crockpot Tortellini Soup with Chicken Sausage, a perfect dish for cozy family dinners or gatherings. This rich, creamy soup is packed with tender tortellini, vibrant spinach, and a medley of vegetables simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. The hands-off cooking method allows the flavors to meld beautifully while you focus on enjoying time with loved ones. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can easily whip up this hearty meal that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

Ingredients

Scale

16 ounces chicken sausage
1/2 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, sliced or chopped
2 sticks celery, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 cups chicken broth
2 (9 ounce) packages refrigerated cheese tortellini
3/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
2 cups fresh baby spinach
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Sauté the chicken sausage and onion in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 7-8 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Transfer to the Crockpot.
Add carrots, celery, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth to the Crockpot.
For quicker cooking (3-4 hours), chop carrots finely; for longer cooking (7-8 hours on low), keep larger chunks.
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in cheese tortellini, cream if desired, and fresh spinach. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken sausage with turkey or beef sausage based on your preference. For a vegetarian twist, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth along with your choice of plant-based protein.