Description
This Crockpot Chicken Tortellini is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings. Tender chicken and fluffy tortellini simmer in a rich, creamy sauce, creating an irresistible dish that will warm both hearts and bellies. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this recipe brings the essence of Italian cuisine right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place them in the crockpot.
- Pour enough chicken broth over the chicken to ensure it is fully covered.
- Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Pour in the heavy cream and mix well.
- Add tortellini, gently folding them into the mixture.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Stir in fresh spinach just before serving to wilt slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) / 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg