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A mixture of shredded chicken, tortellini, and tomato sauce inside a slow cooker, cooking together for a hearty meal.

CrockPot Chicken Tortellini

Creamy, cheesy chicken tortellini cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker for a cozy, comforting meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Tortellini Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: American
Calories: 539
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Olive oil spray for greasing slow cooker
  • 1½ lb chicken breasts about 4 medium breasts
  • 2 cups marinara sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon onion granules for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning herb blend
  • ½ teaspoon paprika smoky or sweet
  • ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes optional, for heat
  • 1½ cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 lb cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • ½ cup heavy cream for richness
  • 2 cups baby spinach fresh
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese grated, for finishing

Method
 

  1. Spray the slow cooker with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer on the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Pour in marinara sauce and chicken broth. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red chili flakes over the chicken, ensuring it is fully submerged in liquid. mix
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
  6. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker, then add tortellini, mozzarella, and heavy cream. Stir to combine and ensure the tortellini are covered with liquid.
  7. Cover and cook on LOW for 30 minutes, or until tortellini are tender.
  8. Stir in baby spinach and continue cooking for 10 minutes until wilted.
  9. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, adjust seasonings as needed, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 539kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 44gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 143mgSodium: 1286mgPotassium: 786mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 317mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This slow-cooker chicken tortellini is creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken. Perfect for a busy weeknight or a comforting family dinner, with minimal hands-on time.

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