Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy bliss of Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini, where tender chicken melds with rich Alfredo sauce and soft tortellini. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, from the velvety sauce to the perfectly cooked pasta, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- For the Tortellini:
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the crockpot.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, chicken broth, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Pour the Alfredo sauce mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add the tortellini to the crockpot, stirring gently to combine.
- Cook until the tortellini is tender, about 30 minutes on high or 1 hour on low.
- Before serving, shred the chicken with two forks and stir to combine with the sauce and tortellini.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, store in an airtight container for up to 3 months; reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: main-dish
- Method: slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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