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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini

A delicious and easy-to-make creamy dish that combines tender chicken, cheese, and spinach, perfect for any day of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs 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

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spray the inside of your slow cooker with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken.
  4. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red chili flakes over the sauce.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW for about 4 hours.
  6. Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
  7. Add the tortellini, mozzarella cheese, and heavy cream to the slow cooker and stir everything together.
  8. Cover and cook on LOW for another 30 minutes.
  9. Stir in the baby spinach and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  10. Before serving, sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the dish.

Notes

Serve hot and consider garnishing with additional grated Parmesan. Pair with a simple side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.