A bowl of Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Tortellini hits hardest after a long day, once cheese tortellini, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth have had hours to soften and come together. That is the quiet appeal of this slow cooker tomato basil tortellini: real food without standing over the pot.
With just a few ingredients and some time in the slow cooker, you can create a comforting dish that the whole family will love. This recipe is ideal for anyone looking for easy crockpot recipes that deliver on taste and convenience.
Easy Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Tortellini
This recipe features tortellini cooked in a rich tomato sauce with basil, garlic, and cream for a creamy finish. It takes about 4 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, diced onion, minced garlic, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add Tortellini: Add the tortellini to the slow cooker, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, until the tortellini are tender.
- Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 15-30 minutes on low until heated through.
- Serve: Ladle the tortellini into bowls and garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
Leftovers reheat well the next day, which makes this an easy pick for a stretch of busy weeknights.
