Valentines Day Hold & Go Slow Cooker Recipe | Plateable

February 14, 2018

Feeling the pressure to impress your significant other with a romantic evening on Valentines Day? Look no further, we have the PERFECT cozy night in meal that is simple but still classy enough for those V-Day date standards. With this delicious Chicken Tortellini Soup recipe, you are guaranteed a stamp of approval...you're welcome.

Ingredients For Soup:

1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
8 oz sliced baby portobello mushrooms
3 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup heavy cream (for later)
8 oz dried cheese tortellini pasta (for later)

Ingredients For Walnut Pesto:

1 cup walnuts
1 1/2 cups spinach
1/2 cup grated parmesan
1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions:

Add chicken, mushrooms, broth, and seasonings to slow cooker
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4
Shred fully cooked chicken
Stir in cream and tortellini
Cover and continue to cook on high for 15-30 minute until noodles are tender
In food processor or blender add walnuts, spinach, cheese and olive oil
Blend until smooth, adding water as needed until you achieve a smooth consistency
Add salt to taste if desired