Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini
Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender chicken and cheesy tortellini, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Protein
- 1.5-2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
Sauce and Dairy
- 2.5 cups Alfredo sauce Divided for usage.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Mix in during the last few minutes of cooking.
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add with mozzarella cheese.
Pasta
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini Alternately, 19 ounces frozen tortellini can be used.
Seasonings
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh minced garlic adds depth of flavor.
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper Adjust if needed.
- 0.25 teaspoon salt Adjust if using salted Alfredo sauce.
Optional Garnish
- to taste fresh parsley For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- In the crockpot, combine chicken, minced garlic, pepper, and salt.
- Pour in 2 cups of the Alfredo sauce and mix to coat the chicken.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and set it to low, cooking for 4 hours.
- Check for doneness around the 3-hour mark to ensure chicken is tender.
- In the last 15-20 minutes, add the tortellini to the crockpot.
- Pour in the remaining 0.5 cup of Alfredo sauce and add the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover again until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.
- Serve immediately with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish.
Notes
Consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach for an extra boost of flavor.