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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini

CrockPot Chicken Tortellini for Cozy Family Dinners

This CrockPot Chicken Tortellini brings cozy Italian comfort to your dinner table with minimal effort, perfect for busy family nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken breast You can substitute with frozen chicken.
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce Any store-bought or homemade variation.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used for more flavor.
  • 1 tsp Onion granules Sauté fresh onion for richer taste.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning mix Can use fresh herbs instead.
  • 0.5 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika adds a nice twist.
  • 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1.5 cups Chicken broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
For the Tortellini
  • 1 lb Cheese tortellini Frozen tortellini can be used.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese Shredded.
  • 0.5 cup Heavy cream Half-and-half is a lighter option.
For the Freshness
  • 2 cups Baby spinach Any leafy greens like kale can be substituted.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Spray the inner pot of your slow cooker with olive oil.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken and sprinkle in garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red chili flakes. Add chicken broth.
  4. Cover and set the cooker to LOW for about 4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, remove and shred the chicken, then return to the slow cooker.
  6. Add cheese tortellini, shredded mozzarella, and heavy cream. Stir gently, cover, and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  7. Stir in baby spinach and cook for another 10 minutes on LOW.
  8. Lastly, sprinkle in grated Parmesan cheese, stir to combine, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chicken breasts are similar in size for even cooking. Consider adding extra vegetables or cheese substitutions for flavor.

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