Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (9 oz) package tortellini (cheese or spinach-filled)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Pour chicken broth over the chicken, cover, and cook on low for 6 hours or until fully cooked and tender.
- Remove chicken, shred it with forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
- Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic; stir well.
- Add tortellini to the slow cooker, stir to combine, and cook on high for 15-20 minutes or until tortellini are tender.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra flavor and vitamins.
- Use different types of tortellini to vary the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg