CrockPot Chicken Tortellini: A Cozy, Easy Dinner Delight
A delicious and comforting CrockPot Chicken Tortellini recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In the CrockPot, combine the chicken broth, chicken breasts, diced carrots, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once the chicken is cooked, shred it using two forks and return it to the pot.
- Add the cheese tortellini and frozen peas and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the tortellini is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier soup, stir in half-and-half or heavy cream before serving.
- You can add more vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: CrockPot Chicken Tortellini, easy dinner, cozy meal