Slow Cooker Creamy Turkey & Tortellini Soup
Warm up this winter with our Slow Cooker Creamy Turkey & Tortellini Soup, a delightful dish that combines savory flavors and creamy textures into one hearty bowl. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this easy-to-make soup features tender ground chicken or turkey, fresh vegetables, and cheesy tortellini all simmering in a rich broth. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you go about your day. The result? A comforting meal that’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Enjoy it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete dinner!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 36 oz evaporated milk or half-and-half
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or dried)
- 5 cups baby spinach
- 4 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
Instructions
- Combine the browned ground chicken/turkey, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, seasonings, and broth in your slow cooker.
- Set the slow cooker on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- After cooking, remove excess fat from the surface and whisk in cornstarch slurry and milk.
- Stir in tortellini and cook on high for an additional 45 minutes until tender.
- Add baby spinach during the last few minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Adjust consistency with extra milk if desired before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg