Recipe Recap: Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Tortellini
A creamy, comforting dish with tender chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and soft tortellini, all cooked effortlessly in the slow cooker for a perfect family meal.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 20 oz package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 15 oz jar Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley optional
Instructions
Step 1: Layer the Chicken
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Season the chicken with a generous sprinkle of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the minced garlic to infuse the dish with that delicious aroma.
Step 2: Pour in the Creamy Base
- Pour the Alfredo sauce, heavy cream, and chicken broth over the chicken. This combination creates a smooth, rich sauce that will coat the chicken and tortellini perfectly.
- Stir everything gently to ensure the chicken is covered with the sauce.
Step 3: Slow Cook the Chicken
- Set your slow cooker to low and let it cook for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
- The chicken will become wonderfully tender and easy to shred once done.
Step 4: Shred the Chicken
- After cooking, take the chicken out of the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix it back into the creamy sauce.
Step 5: Add the Tortellini
- Stir in the refrigerated cheese tortellini into the sauce. Cover the slow cooker again.
- Let it cook on low for 30 minutes or high for 15-20 minutes, until the tortellini is tender and absorbs the rich Alfredo sauce.
Step 6: Finish with Cheese
- Once the tortellini is ready, stir in the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Mix until everything is melted together into a creamy, cheesy masterpiece.
- Taste the dish and add extra salt and pepper if necessary.
Step 7: Serve and Garnish
- Serve the Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Tortellini in bowls, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for color and freshness.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
- Sodium: 750mg
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 28g