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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini

A delicious and easy one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and a creamy marinara sauce, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast Boneless
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion granules
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lbs cheese tortellini Use fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Method
 

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

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat with a splash of milk or water if thick.