This Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Tortellini Recipe is a convenient and delicious meal that combines tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and cheese-filled tortellini. Perfect for busy weeknights, this Crockpot recipe allows you to set it and forget it while the flavors meld together.
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Tortellini in the Slow Cooker
In this recipe, chicken breasts are cooked slowly with Alfredo sauce and tortellini, resulting in a rich and satisfying dish. It takes about 6 hours in the slow cooker and serves 4 to 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 package (9 ounces) cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add Sauce: Pour the Alfredo sauce and chicken broth over the chicken. Sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds.
- Add Tortellini: About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the tortellini and cover again to cook until tender.
- Finish: Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 to 6 servings
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
