Description
Crockpot Chicken Tortellini is a comforting, hassle-free dish that fills your home with delicious aromas. Tender chicken simmers with savory herbs and rich broth, while soft tortellini adds a delightful cheesy touch. This one-pot wonder is perfect for busy nights or cozy weekends, guaranteeing satisfaction with minimal effort. With vibrant flavors and easy preparation, it’s a meal that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 12 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Place seasoned chicken, sautéed garlic, chicken broth, Italian herbs, and tortellini in the crockpot; stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Serve hot topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg