CrockPot Chicken Tortellini
CrockPot Chicken Tortellini is a cozy, one-pot meal that brings together tender chicken, creamy cheese tortellini, and a rich marinara sauce. This dish is perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights when you want to enjoy a hearty family dinner without the fuss. With minimal preparation and just a few ingredients, this comforting recipe allows you to set it and forget it while your slow cooker does all the work. The delightful combination of flavors makes it a favorite among both kids and adults alike, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or quiet nights at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (plus additional cooking time)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs chicken breast
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 lb cheese tortellini
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Italian seasonings
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker with olive oil.
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour marinara sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red chili flakes.
- Cook on LOW for 4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred cooked chicken in the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.
- Stir in tortellini, mozzarella cheese, and heavy cream; cook on LOW for another 30 minutes.
- Add spinach and cook an additional 10 minutes until wilted.
- Finish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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