Description
A comforting, cheesy dish made effortlessly in a slow cooker with chicken, tortellini, and a rich tomato cream sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breast (Use room temperature for even cooking.)
- 2 cups Baby spinach (Add towards the end for softer texture.)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion granules
- 1/4 tsp Red chili flakes (Adjust to taste for spiciness.)
- 1.5 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Marinara sauce (Provides the base flavor.)
- 1 lbs Cheese tortellini
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning mix
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1 spray Olive oil (To prevent sticking.)
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream (Use less if you prefer a thicker sauce.)
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (Add most in the last 30 minutes.)
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (Reserve some for topping.)
Instructions
Cooking
- Spray the slow cooker with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Layer all the ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Cover and set the slow cooker on low for 10 hours.
- After 10 hours, stir the mixture gently and taste. Adjust with salt if needed.
Notes
Let leftovers cool before transferring to shallow containers. Store in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for three months. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk if dry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian