Description
A cozy and creamy slow cooker dish featuring tender shredded chicken, cheese tortellini, and a silky Parmesan cream sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cheese tortellini
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Lightly spray the crockpot insert for easier cleanup (optional).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning and place them in the crockpot.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the minced garlic.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the crockpot.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan until smooth.
- Add the cheese tortellini and cook on high for about 30 minutes until the pasta is soft.
- Adjust the seasoning, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
For a twist, add spinach, broccoli, or sun-dried tomatoes. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 420 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: slow cooker, chicken alfredo, tortellini, comfort food, creamy pasta