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Easy and Delicious Crockpot Chicken Tortellini Recipe You’ll Love

Learn how to make delicious Crockpot Chicken Tortellini. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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The key to this dish lies in selecting the right ingredients that balance comfort and freshness. Over the years, I’ve learned that quality matters, but you don’t have to break the bank to create something delicious and wholesome. Fresh vegetables, good-quality chicken, and cheese-filled tortellini bring this recipe to life. When I shop, I look for tortellini with a creamy ricotta filling and chicken breasts that feel firm and fresh. Feel free to swap out the fresh spinach for kale or use chicken thighs if you prefer a richer flavor and tenderness.

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (for a lighter option)
  • 1 package (about 9 ounces) cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Start by warming olive oil or butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour in the sautéed onion and garlic mixture.
  3. Add the chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  4. Remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, and return them to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, then add the tortellini. Cook on high for about 30 minutes more, or until the tortellini is tender and cooked through.
  6. In the last 5 minutes, fold in the fresh spinach until wilted. Give everything a gentle stir to combine.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then serve warm and enjoy the creamy goodness!

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Keywords: Crockpot Chicken Tortellini, recipe, cooking, food