Can I use frozen tortellini?

Absolutely! Just add 10-15 minutes to the final cook time to make sure they’re fully done.

What’s a good substitute for heavy cream?

You can use half-and-half or even whole milk in a pinch. Just know the sauce may be a bit lighter.

How should I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.

Can I use rotisserie chicken instead?

Sure can! Add it with the tortellini and cut the first 4-hour cook time entirely.

Easy CrockPot Chicken Tortellini

Description

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this CrockPot Chicken Tortellini is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a dump-and-go recipe your whole family will love!

Ingredients

Olive oil spray (or non-stick cooking spray)
1 ½ lb chicken breast (about 4 medium breasts)
2 cups marinara sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion granules
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 lb cheese tortellini
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup heavy cream
2 cups baby spinach
⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

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Instructions

Spray the inside of your slow cooker with olive oil spray or non-stick cooking spray.
Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer.
Pour in the marinara sauce, and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning, paprika, chili flakes, and pour in the chicken broth. Ensure chicken is fully submerged.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken reaches 165°F.
Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
Add the tortellini, mozzarella, and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
Cook on LOW for 30 minutes until the tortellini is tender.
Stir in the baby spinach and cook for another 10 minutes.
Mix in grated Parmesan, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.

Notes

You can substitute half-and-half or whole milk for heavy cream for a lighter sauce.
Use frozen tortellini if needed—just add 10-15 extra minutes to cooking time.
Rotisserie chicken can replace raw chicken—skip the 4-hour cook time and add it with the tortellini step.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories: 510 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 880 mg
Fat: 24 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 34 g
Cholesterol: 115 mg