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Crockpot Creamy Tortellini

Crockpot Creamy Tortellini is pure comfort in a bowl. Slow-cooked to perfection with cheese-filled pasta, herbs, and cream, this cozy meal is a hug in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 20 oz cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream added halfway through
  • 2 cups baby spinach optional
  • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken optional for extra protein
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional red pepper flakes for heat

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and prep vegetables if using.
  2. Add chicken broth, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
    Add chicken broth, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
  3. Add tortellini and optional ingredients like chicken or spinach.
  4. Set crockpot to low and cook for 3–4 hours until tortellini is tender.
    Set crockpot to low and cook for 3-4 hours until tortellini is tender.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  6. Once finished, let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

To reheat leftovers, add a splash of broth to keep the sauce creamy. Freezing is not recommended as it affects the pasta texture.