CrockPot Chicken Tortellini
A warm and creamy chicken tortellini dish, perfect for cozy dinners with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast (about 4 medium breasts)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion granules
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb cheese tortellini
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Preparation
- Spray the slow cooker with olive oil.
- Arrange chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Pour marinara sauce and spices over the chicken.
- Cover and set the slow cooker to LOW for about 4 hours.
Cooking
- Shred the cooked chicken with forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the cooker and mix it well with the sauce.
- Add tortellini, mozzarella, and heavy cream, stirring well.
- Cook on LOW for another 30 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and cook for 10 more minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese, taste, and adjust seasoning.
Notes
When serving, garnish with fresh parsley or additional Parmesan cheese. Pair with crusty garlic bread and a refreshing salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.