Description
Crockpot Chicken Tortellini is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy tortellini, and a creamy sauce, creating a cozy meal that’s perfect for chilly nights. It’s easy to prepare, making it ideal for family gatherings or last-minute dinner guests. Just set it in your slow cooker and let the flavors meld while you enjoy your day. This one-pot wonder is sure to impress with its rich taste and minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 oz cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes).
- Transfer the chicken and garlic to the crockpot. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine.
- Cook on low for about 4 hours.
- Add tortellini and spinach; cook for an additional 30 minutes or until tortellini is tender.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg