Description
Creamy Crockpot Tortellini is a rich, comforting dish that combines tender tortellini with a creamy, savory sauce made of cream cheese, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is easy to prepare and slow-cooked to perfection for a cheesy, satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 package (about 20 oz) refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese (cubed)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh basil or parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the crockpot: In a slow cooker, add the cream cheese, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese. Stir everything together to combine.
- Add the tortellini: Add the refrigerated tortellini to the crockpot, stirring gently to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 2.5-3 hours or high for 1.5-2 hours, until the tortellini is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Finish and serve: If desired, stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese just before serving to make it extra cheesy. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use frozen tortellini as well, but be sure to adjust the cooking time slightly, as frozen pasta may need an extra 30 minutes to cook.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can swap the heavy cream for half-and-half or whole milk, though the sauce may be a bit thinner.
- For extra flavor, add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or cooked chicken to the crockpot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg