CrockPot Chicken Tortellini
A cozy and comforting meal featuring tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and a creamy marinara sauce cooked slowly to perfection.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast About 4 medium breasts, juicy and flavorful.
- 2 cups marinara sauce Store-bought or homemade for extra love.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds warmth.
- 1 teaspoon onion granules Enhances the depth of flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix Brings the dish to life.
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika Adds color and mild sweetness.
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes Adjust to your spice level.
- 1.5 cups chicken broth Keeps everything moist.
- 1 lb cheese tortellini The comfort element.
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded For creamy texture.
- 0.5 cup heavy cream Transforms sauce into luxurious texture.
- 2 cups baby spinach Adds nutrition and color.
- 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Finishing touch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Step 1: Spray the Slow Cooker - Give your slow cooker a light spritz with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Step 2: Arrange the Chicken - Lay the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Step 3: Pour It On - Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken and sprinkle on the spices.
- Step 4: Cover and Cook - Pop the lid on your slow cooker and set it to LOW for about 4 hours.
Final Steps
- Step 5: Shred the Chicken - Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
- Step 6: Add Tortellini and Cream - Toss in the tortellini, mozzarella, and heavy cream.
- Step 7: Simmer Again - Let it cook on LOW for another 30 minutes.
- Step 8: Add Spinach - Fold in the baby spinach and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Step 9: Final Touches - Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
For success, use a meat thermometer; chicken is perfectly cooked at 165°F. You can use frozen tortellini and feel free to add seasonal veggies.