Description
Crockpot Chicken Tortellini is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Tender chicken simmers in a rich, creamy sauce alongside flavorful cheese tortellini, creating a dish that satisfies with every bite. With minimal prep and effortless cooking, you can enjoy a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Gather your loved ones and savor this delightful bowl of warmth tonight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- 12 oz frozen cheese tortellini
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the crockpot. Pour in the chicken broth and add chopped garlic.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream and Italian herbs; pour this over the chicken in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in frozen tortellini and cook until tender.
- Serve immediately with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg