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Close-up of creamy CrockPot Chicken Tortellini garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese in a rustic bowl.

Creamy CrockPot Chicken Tortellini Recipe

This creamy crockpot chicken tortellini recipe offers a comforting meal with minimal effort. Tender chicken is slow-cooked in a flavorful marinara, then combined with cheese tortellini, mozzarella, heavy cream, and fresh spinach for a rich and satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • Olive oil spray
  • 1.5 lb chicken breast about 4 medium breasts
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion granules
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Meat thermometer
  • Forks

Method
 

Steps
  1. Spray your slow cooker with olive oil or a non-stick cooking spray before arranging chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom.
  2. Add marinara sauce, garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning mix, paprika, red chili flakes, and chicken broth, ensuring the chicken is completely submerged.
  3. Cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, then add the tortellini, shredded mozzarella cheese, and heavy cream; stir well to combine and ensure tortellini are covered by liquid.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and continue to cook on LOW for 30 minutes until the tortellini are tender.
  7. Stir in the baby spinach and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Finally, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, adjust seasoning to taste, and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, always ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Adjust seasoning to your preference before serving, adding more red chili flakes for extra heat if desired.