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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini, a creamy and delicious pasta dish made in a slow cooker, is shown as the featured image.

Crockpot Chicken Tortellini: Ultimate Easy Recipe

This Crockpot Chicken Tortellini recipe offers a simple and delicious way to achieve restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. By slow-cooking the chicken in a flavorful sauce and adding the tortellini at the end, you'll avoid mushy pasta and enjoy tender, perfectly cooked chicken and tortellini in a rich and creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, for garnish
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Crockpot (slow cooker)
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • fork
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the CrockPot. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the marinara sauce, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes (if using), and Parmesan cheese.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. Remove the chicken breasts from the CrockPot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the CrockPot.
  6. Gently stir in the tortellini.
  7. Cover and cook on high for 15-20 minutes, or until the tortellini is tender and heated through. Be careful not to overcook!
  8. Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, add the tortellini during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to prevent them from becoming mushy. You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired spice level. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Consider adding other vegetables, such as spinach or bell peppers, for extra nutrients.