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Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini

Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini

Creamy, cheesy, and delicious — this Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Tortellini is the ultimate comfort food! A slow-cooked blend of tender chicken, cheese-filled tortellini, and creamy Alfredo sauce makes it one of the best Crockpot meals with cream cheese you’ll ever try. Perfect for super simple weeknight meals or large family dinners, this recipe is easy, satisfying, and makes amazing leftovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 package 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups baby spinach optional
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Make the Sauce:
  2. Add heavy cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper into the Crockpot. Whisk until combined.
  3. Add the Chicken:
  4. Place chicken breasts into the sauce. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until tender.
  5. Shred the Chicken:
  6. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the sauce.
  7. Add Tortellini:
  8. Stir in cheese tortellini and butter. Cover and cook for 20–30 minutes on LOW until the pasta is soft and sauce thickens.
  9. Add Spinach (Optional):
  10. Stir in baby spinach just before serving for added color and nutrients.
  11. Serve:
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked chicken for faster prep.
  • Don’t add tortellini too early — it cooks fast!
  • Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of milk or cream.