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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini Recipe

CrockPot Chicken Tortellini Recipe
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This CrockPot Chicken Tortellini recipe is a comforting and hearty slow-cooked meal featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich marinara sauce with Italian seasonings, combined with cheese tortellini and creamy mozzarella. Finished with fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese, it’s an easy one-pot dish perfect for busy days.

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

Vegetables and Toppings

  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Spray the inside of your slow cooker with olive oil to prevent sticking and make cleaning easier.
  2. Arrange Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker to ensure even cooking.
  3. Add Sauce and Seasonings: Pour the marinara sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle garlic powder, onion granules, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red chili flakes evenly over the top. Pour in the chicken broth to add moisture and enhance flavor.
  4. Cook Chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for about 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Shred Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it well with the sauce.
  6. Add Tortellini and Dairy: Stir in the cheese tortellini, shredded mozzarella cheese, and heavy cream, mixing thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
  7. Cook Tortellini: Continue cooking on LOW for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the tortellini to cook through and the cheese to melt.
  8. Incorporate Spinach: Add the baby spinach to the crockpot and cook for another 10 minutes until the spinach wilts and blends with the sauce.
  9. Finish and Season: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh spinach for best texture—frozen spinach can be used but may release excess water.
  • Do not lift the lid too often during cooking to maintain heat and cooking time.
  • If using frozen chicken breasts, increase cooking time to 5 hours on LOW for thorough cooking.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free cream alternative.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

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