Description

This comforting CrockPot Chicken Tortellini recipe combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and cheesy tortellini for an easy, flavorful meal perfect for busy days. Cooked slowly in a CrockPot with garlic, spinach, and Italian seasoning, it’s a hearty and satisfying dish served with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Broth

3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Dairy and Cheese

8 oz cream cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Pasta and Vegetables

12 oz tortellini (fresh or frozen)
2 cups fresh spinach

Seasonings

2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare chicken: Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and add them to the CrockPot along with the minced garlic.
Add liquids and cream cheese: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and add cream cheese in dollops. Stir gently to combine the ingredients and begin forming a creamy sauce.
Season: Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings throughout the mixture.
Add tortellini: Place the tortellini directly into the CrockPot without thawing if frozen. Stir gently to coat the tortellini with the broth and cream cheese mixture.
Cook with spinach: Toss fresh spinach into the CrockPot during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow it to wilt without overcooking.
Slow cook: Cover and cook on the low setting for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tortellini is tender.
Serve: Serve the dish hot with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top to add a sharp, salty finish.

Notes

Fresh or frozen tortellini can be used; no need to thaw frozen tortellini before adding.
Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and make the dish healthier.
Spinach is added at the end of cooking to maintain its vibrant color and nutrients.
If cream cheese is not available, substitute with a mixture of heavy cream and shredded mozzarella for a similar texture.
Adjust seasoning to taste before serving, especially salt and pepper.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours (high) or 4 hours (low)
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: CrockPot chicken tortellini, slow cooker dinner, creamy chicken pasta, easy CrockPot recipes, comfort food, tortilla with spinach