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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini Recipe

CrockPot Chicken Tortellini Recipe
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A comforting and creamy CrockPot Chicken Tortellini recipe that combines tender slow-cooked chicken, flavorful marinara sauce, cheesy tortellini, and fresh spinach for an easy, hearty meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • Olive oil spray
  • 1 ½ lbs 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
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth

Pasta and Cheese

  • 1 lb cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Vegetables

  • 2 cups baby spinach

Instructions

  1. Prepare the slow cooker: Spray the slow cooker insert lightly with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Arrange chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Add sauce and seasonings: Pour marinara sauce evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red chili flakes on top for balanced flavor.
  4. Slow cook chicken: Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW. Let the chicken cook slowly for about 4 hours until tender and fully cooked.
  5. Shred chicken: Using two forks, shred the cooked chicken directly in the slow cooker for easy mixing with the sauce.
  6. Combine chicken and sauce: Mix the shredded chicken thoroughly with the marinara sauce in the slow cooker.
  7. Add pasta and dairy: Stir in the cheese tortellini, shredded mozzarella cheese, and heavy cream, ensuring everything is evenly combined.
  8. Cook tortellini: Continue cooking on LOW for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the tortellini to cook through and absorb flavors.
  9. Add spinach: Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 10 more minutes, letting the greens wilt and incorporate into the dish.
  10. Finish with Parmesan and seasoning: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices as desired before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen tortellini; just adjust the cooking time slightly if frozen.
  • For a spicier dish, increase the red chili flakes to taste.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, add extra chicken broth or reduce heavy cream.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat beautifully.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger families or gatherings.

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