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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini

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A warm and hearty CrockPot Chicken Tortellini dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights, featuring tender chicken, marinara, and cheesy tortellini.

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1 lb cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Spray the slow cooker with olive oil.
  2. Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer.
  3. Pour the marinara sauce and spices over the chicken.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW for about 4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken with forks.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the cooker and mix it with the sauce.
  7. Add the tortellini, mozzarella, and heavy cream, and stir well.
  8. Cook on LOW for another 30 minutes.
  9. Stir in the spinach and cook for 10 more minutes.
  10. Add the Parmesan cheese, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spices for a couple of hours before cooking. This dish pairs well with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.

Find it online: https://junorecipes.com/crockpot-chicken-tortellini/