Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner
Crockpot Chicken Tortellini is a comforting, creamy dinner ready in just 4 hours. The slow cooker does all the work, leaving you with a better-than-takeout meal. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it from being too watery. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Keto Grilled Halloumi and Watermelon Summer Salad and Creamy Gorgonzola Truffle Mushroom Sauce for Pasta.
Why This Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy, comforting sauce
- Easy, hands-off cooking
- Better than takeout taste
What You'll Need for Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Frozen cheese tortellini
- Cream of chicken soup
- Chicken broth
- Onion
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
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How to Make Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Step 2: Pour chicken broth over the top. Cook on low for 4 hours.
- Step 3: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Return to the slow cooker and add frozen tortellini and cream of chicken soup. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until tortellini is tender.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the tortellini. They can become mushy. Keep an eye on them and remove from heat as soon as they're tender.
- Pro tip: For a thicker sauce, use an immersion blender to blend some of the tortellini into the sauce.
- Pro tip: Add spinach or kale for extra nutrition and color.
Storing & Reheating Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve.
Freezing Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner
Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
- Best substitution: Substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade cream sauce for a healthier version.
- Make-ahead: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too watery, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
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Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Frozen cheese tortellini
- Cream of chicken soup
- Chicken broth
- Onion
- Garlic
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Step 2: Pour chicken broth over the top. Cook on low for 4 hours.
- Step 3: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Return to the slow cooker and add frozen tortellini and cream of chicken soup. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until tortellini is tender.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy version, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
- Best substitution: Substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade cream sauce for a healthier version.
- Make-ahead: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too watery, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner FAQs
Yes, you can make this recipe in the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes, followed by a 10-minute natural release.
The sauce may be watery if the tortellini was overcooked or if the chicken broth had too much sodium. Try using low-sodium broth and keep an eye on the tortellini.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the oven. Combine all ingredients in a baking dish and bake at 375°F for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Yes, you can freeze this recipe for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Serve with a side of garlic bread and a simple green salad for a complete meal.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
