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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini

CrockPot Chicken Tortellini: Cozy Comfort Food Made Easy

Enjoy this CrockPot Chicken Tortellini, a hearty meal with chicken, marinara, and cheese tortellini, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast Main protein; ensure uniform size for even cooking
  • Olive oil spray Prevents sticking and facilitates easy cleanup
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups marinara sauce Substitutable with another tomato-based sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Can use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon onion granules Fresh onions can be sautéed as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix Mix of dried herbs like basil and oregano can substitute
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika can add extra flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes Adjust to personal spice preference
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian version
For the Tortellini
  • 1 lb cheese tortellini Frozen can be used; increase cooking time by 10-15 minutes
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded Can replace with low-fat cheese for lighter version
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream Half-and-half can be an alternative for lighter version
  • 2 cups baby spinach Can swap for other veggies like bell peppers
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Nutritional yeast can be used for a dairy-free option

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for CrockPot Chicken Tortellini
  1. Spray the inside of your slow cooker with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Place uniform chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepped slow cooker.
  3. Pour marinara sauce over the chicken, add spices, and then the chicken broth.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for about 4 hours.
  5. Carefully remove then shred the chicken and return it to the slow cooker.
  6. Stir in the cheese tortellini, mozzarella cheese, and heavy cream into the cooker.
  7. With the lid on, cook on LOW for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. Add baby spinach and stir gently until wilted.
  9. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust spices to personal preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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