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CrockPot Chicken Tortellini with Spinach and Parmesan Recipe

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  • Author: Beverly
  • Prep Time: 0h 15m
  • Cook Time: 5h 0m
  • Total Time: 5h 15m
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This CrockPot Chicken Tortellini recipe is a comforting one-pot meal perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a rich marinara sauce with Italian seasonings, then combined with cheese tortellini, fresh spinach, creamy heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. The slow cooker does all the work, making dinner effortless with delicious, hearty flavors and a creamy texture. Garnished with fresh basil, it’s an inviting dish perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce and Pasta

  • 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (16 oz) package cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the CrockPot to create the base for the dish.
  2. Season Chicken: Sprinkle Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper evenly over the chicken for robust flavor.
  3. Add Sauce Ingredients: Add the minced garlic, marinara sauce, and chicken broth over the chicken in the CrockPot.
  4. Slow Cook Chicken: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
  5. Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken from the CrockPot, shred it using two forks, then return the shredded chicken back to the CrockPot.
  6. Add Pasta and Spinach: Place the cheese tortellini and chopped spinach on top of the shredded chicken in the CrockPot.
  7. Mix Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to create a creamy sauce.
  8. Cook Tortellini: Cover and cook on high for an additional 30-45 minutes, until the tortellini is tender and cooked through.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped basil on top before serving for a fresh herbal finish.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes with the seasonings.
  • Use fresh or frozen cheese tortellini; adjust cooking time accordingly as frozen may take slightly longer.
  • If preferred, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter dish, though it may reduce creaminess.
  • The dish can be prepared in advance and refrigerated; reheat gently to avoid overcooking the pasta.
  • Ensure the CrockPot is large enough to accommodate all ingredients comfortably to prevent overflow while cooking.

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