Description
Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini is a creamy, comforting dish that transforms your mealtime into a delightful experience. With tender chicken and rich Alfredo sauce enveloping perfectly cooked tortellini, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. The aroma of garlic and herbs fills your kitchen, making it impossible to resist. This recipe not only pleases the palate but also simplifies cleanup, allowing you to spend more time enjoying meals with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 24 oz jar Alfredo sauce
- 12 oz fresh or frozen tortellini
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Optionally sauté minced garlic in a skillet until fragrant.
- Place seasoned chicken in the crockpot with the Alfredo sauce and Italian seasoning.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the pot and stir in tortellini and spinach; cook for an additional 30 minutes until tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese before serving; enjoy with crusty bread or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg