Description
Crockpot Chicken Tortellini is a comforting and flavorful meal that effortlessly combines tender chicken, savory tortellini, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish allows you to enjoy a gourmet experience with minimal effort. As the ingredients simmer together, they create a delicious aroma that fills your home, making it an ideal choice for cozy nights in or unexpected gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces, slice the carrots thinly, and mince the garlic.
- Layer chicken in the bottom of the crockpot; add carrots, garlic, and Italian seasoning on top.
- Pour chicken broth over the layers; add fresh spinach.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Stir in tortellini during the last 20 minutes of cooking until tender; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg