Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Slow Cooker Marry Me Tortellini, a creamy pasta dish that transforms tender chicken into a romantic feast. This easy recipe combines fresh tortellini with a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce, infused with fragrant basil and garlic. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker, this one-pot wonder is ideal for cozy family dinners or special date nights, ensuring everyone will come back for seconds. With minimal prep and cleanup, you can focus on what truly matters—enjoying time with your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breasts
- 18 oz fresh or refrigerated tortellini
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 8.5 oz jar sun-dried tomatoes (julienne)
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh basil leaves
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season generously with Italian and Cajun seasoning.
- In the slow cooker, layer the seasoned chicken breasts, minced garlic, diced onions, sun-dried tomatoes, and tortellini. Pour in the chicken stock mixed with cornstarch.
- Cover and cook on low for about 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken to shred it, then stir in heavy cream until combined. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
- Add grated Parmesan and stir until melted. Finish with salt, pepper, and fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg