Description

Creamy Crockpot Tortellini Alfredo is the ultimate easy dinner idea. With only a few ingredients, this rich and cheesy pasta comes together right in your slow cooker—no stovetop needed! It’s a dreamy dinner recipe for busy nights, perfect for meal prep, and a cozy comfort food idea the whole family will love. Great for weeknight meals or lazy Sunday cravings.

Ingredients

20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup chicken broth

4 oz cream cheese

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan

3 cloves minced garlic

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

salt and pepper to taste

chopped parsley and red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. In your crockpot, combine heavy cream, chicken broth, cream cheese (cubed), Parmesan, minced garlic, and butter. Stir gently.

2. Cover and cook on low for 2 hours, stirring halfway through to melt cream cheese and combine ingredients.

3. Stir in refrigerated tortellini. Cover and cook on low for 30–40 minutes, until tortellini are tender.

4. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra protein, add cooked chicken, sausage, or shrimp during the last 30 minutes.

Stir in spinach or mushrooms for a veggie boost.

If reheating, add a splash of milk or cream to revive the sauce.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Crockpot / Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 610
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 710mg
Fat: 45g
Saturated Fat: 26g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 17g
Cholesterol: 130mg

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