Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini
Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini is a creamy, family-friendly dish cooked entirely in the slow cooker, combining tender shredded chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and cheese tortellini for an easy, comforting dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cheese tortellini
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg optional
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine shredded chicken, heavy cream, chicken broth, and all seasonings in the slow cooker, stirring to coat evenly.
- Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and butter for richness and flavor depth.
- Cover and cook on Low for 2 to 3 hours until the sauce is hot and slightly thickened.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the tortellini and spinach, ensuring the pasta is fully submerged.
- Sprinkle in the Parmesan, stir until melted, then cover and cook for another 20 to 25 minutes until the tortellini is tender.
- Serve warm, topped with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.