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Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Tortellini Recipe

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This Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Tortellini is a comforting and hearty slow-cooked meal that combines tender chicken breast, flavorful Italian seasonings, marinara sauce, cheese tortellini, and a creamy blend of heavy cream and mozzarella cheese. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this dish delivers rich flavors with minimal prep and cook time using a slow cooker.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Chicken and Seasonings

  • 1 pound chicken breast (thawed)
  • 1 tablespoon better than bouillon (chicken flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)

Sauce and Pasta

  • 28 oz Rao’s marinara pasta sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 24 oz cheese tortellini

Dairy

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crockpot: Spray a crock pot with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Add the raw chicken breast and spread 1 tablespoon of better than bouillon (chicken flavor) over the chicken.
  2. Season the Chicken: Sprinkle the chicken evenly with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Add the diced yellow onion on top.
  3. Add Sauce and Cook: Pour in 28 oz of Rao’s marinara pasta sauce and 1/2 cup water to moisten the mixture. Cover the crock pot and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or on LOW for 5 to 6 hours until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
  4. Shred Chicken & Add Ingredients: Carefully remove the cooked chicken from the crock pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot along with 24 oz of cheese tortellini and 1 cup of heavy cream. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Add Cheese & Finish Cooking: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Cover and cook for an additional 1 hour on HIGH or until the tortellini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve: Once cooked, serve hot. Optionally garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy with a side of breadsticks or garlic bread for a complete comforting meal.

Notes

  • You can adjust the seasoning quantities to suit your taste.
  • Use fresh parsley for garnish to add a bright, fresh flavor.
  • Substitute cheese tortellini with spinach or meat tortellini if preferred.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, reduce the amount of water slightly or cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, but the sauce will be less rich.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

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