A bowl of Slow Cooker Sausage Tortellini Soup hits hardest after a long day, once italian sausage, casings removed, medium onion, chopped, and garlic, minced have had hours to soften and come together. That is the quiet appeal of this slow cooker sausage tortellini soup: real food without standing over the pot.
Easy Crockpot Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe
This soup features savory sausage, tender tortellini, and a variety of vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned. Drain excess fat and transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, bell pepper, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Add Tortellini: About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the tortellini and fresh spinach. Cover and cook until the tortellini is tender.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 bowls
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
Leftovers reheat well the next day, which makes this an easy pick for a stretch of busy weeknights.
