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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini

Creamy CrockPot Chicken Tortellini for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This CrockPot Chicken Tortellini is a comforting dish made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cooking Base
  • 1.5 lb Chicken breast Boneless, skinless; can substitute with chicken thighs
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce Opt for high-quality or homemade
  • 1.5 cups Chicken broth Low-sodium preferred; use vegetable broth for a vegetarian twist
  • Olive oil spray To prevent sticking, can use non-stick cooking spray
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion granules Fresh onion may alter consistency slightly
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix Can substitute with individual herbs
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for a smoky hint
  • 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes Skip if you prefer a milder dish
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 lb Cheese tortellini Can replace with any short pasta
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Can use a dairy-free alternative
  • 0.5 cup Heavy cream Whole milk can be used for a lighter option
  • 2 cups Baby spinach Kale or other greens can be substituted
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated is best; use nutritional yeast for vegan

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Spray the interior of your slow cooker with olive oil. Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom.
  2. Pour marinara sauce over the chicken, add garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning, paprika, red chili flakes, and chicken broth.
  3. Cover and set the slow cooker to LOW for 4 hours.
  4. After 4 hours, shred the chicken with two forks and mix back into the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in cheese tortellini, mozzarella cheese, and heavy cream, mixing gently.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for an additional 30 minutes.
  7. Add baby spinach, stir gently, and cook for another 10 minutes until spinach wilts and everything is heated through. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is flexible; feel free to substitute chicken and pasta types to suit your preference.

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