Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Dinner Recipe

Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Dinner Recipe – A hearty, comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the creamiest sauce. The cozy, comforting aroma will fill your home and make your family beg for seconds. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Refreshing Blueberry Coconut Water Drink Recipe and Easy Pecan Apple Crisp Coffee Cake Recipe for Breakfast.

What You'll Need for Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Dinner Recipe

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• dried thyme
• dried oregano
• garlic powder
• salt
• pepper
• Optional: fresh parsley
• Optional: grated Parmesan cheese

How to Make Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Dinner Recipe

1. Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine soups, milk, chicken broth, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over chicken.
3. Step 3: Add frozen mixed vegetables to the slow cooker.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
5. Step 5: About 30 minutes before serving, add tortellini to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.
6. Step 6: Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Storing & Reheating Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Dinner Recipe

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Freezing Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Dinner Recipe

Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken breasts with cooked shredded chicken for a quicker meal.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and vegetables the night before. Store in the fridge and add to the slow cooker in the morning.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Tortellini Dinner Recipe

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Prep

10 minutes

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Cook

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

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Total

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

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Serves

6-8 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free, Dairy-free (optional)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

Seasonings

• dried thyme
• dried oregano
• garlic powder
• salt
• pepper

Optional Toppings

• fresh parsley
• grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine soups, milk, chicken broth, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over chicken.
3. Step 3: Add frozen mixed vegetables to the slow cooker.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
5. Step 5: About 30 minutes before serving, add tortellini to the slow cooker. Stir well to combine.
6. Step 6: Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken breasts with cooked shredded chicken for a quicker meal.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the sauce and vegetables the night before. Store in the fridge and add to the slow cooker in the morning.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir halfway through.
• Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sat. Fat: 8g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

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