Description
Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini is a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender chicken, soft tortellini, and rich Alfredo sauce—all effortlessly cooked in your slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers delightful flavors with minimal prep time. Just set it and forget it while you enjoy quality time with friends or family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 12 oz tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups spinach or broccoli (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Add ingredients to the crockpot: Layer chicken at the bottom, pour Alfredo sauce over it, then add garlic and optional veggies.
- Season generously with salt and pepper; mix gently.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in tortellini until coated in sauce.
- Finish by sprinkling freshly grated Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize with additional veggies like mushrooms or spices such as red pepper flakes for added flavor. For best results, use low-sodium broth to control salt levels.