Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini Dinner
Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini is a hearty, comforting dinner that’s ready in just 3 hours. The slow cooker does all the work, creating a creamy, cheesy sauce that’s loaded with vegetables and tender chicken. It’s better than takeout and perfect for busy weeknights. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Brazilian Coconut Pudding Recipe and Easy Orange Teriyaki Turkey Medallions Recipe.
Why This Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- It's a one-pot meal that's easy to clean up.
- The slow cooker does all the work, so you can relax.
- It's creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender chicken and vegetables.
What You'll Need for Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini 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
- Milk
- Frozen mixed vegetables
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- 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 Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini Dinner
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Step 2: Pour cream of chicken soup and milk over the chicken. Stir in frozen mixed vegetables.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Return to the slow cooker. Stir in frozen cheese tortellini. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, until tortellini is tender.
- Step 5: Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. Remove it when it reaches 165°F (74°C) to prevent it from becoming dry.
- Tip: For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in before adding the tortellini.
- Tip: You can also make this recipe in the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, followed by a 10-minute natural release.
Storing & Reheating Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare this dish up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Freezing Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini Dinner
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade cream sauce made from butter, flour, and chicken broth.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare this dish up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Frozen cheese tortellini
- Cream of chicken soup
- Milk
- Frozen mixed vegetables
Seasonings
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Step 2: Pour cream of chicken soup and milk over the chicken. Stir in frozen mixed vegetables.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Return to the slow cooker. Stir in frozen cheese tortellini. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, until tortellini is tender.
- Step 5: Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade cream sauce made from butter, flour, and chicken broth.
- Make-ahead: You can prepare this dish up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can prepare this dish up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 470
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini Dinner FAQs
Yes, you can prepare this dish up to 24 hours ahead of time. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
The chicken may have been overcooked. Remove it from the slow cooker when it reaches 165°F (74°C) to prevent it from becoming dry.
Yes, you can freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, followed by a 10-minute natural release.
You can substitute it with a homemade cream sauce made from butter, flour, and chicken broth.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Tortellini 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!
