Crock Pot Chicken Vegetable Tortellini Stew

Warm, comforting, and effortless to prepare, this Crock Pot Chicken Vegetable Tortellini Stew is the ultimate one-pot meal for busy nights. Bursting with tender shredded chicken, hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, and pillowy cheese-filled tortellini, this creamy stew offers a delicious medley of flavors in every bite. Slow-cooked in a savory broth infused with thyme and oregano, the dish is finished with a splash of heavy cream for richness and a handful of fresh spinach for a pop of color and nutrition. Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this easy crock pot recipe is both satisfying and versatile, with the option to top it off with grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of indulgence. With minimal prep and the magic of slow cooking, this stew is a go-to comfort food that will have the whole family coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:320 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 medium, diced Carrots
• 3 medium, sliced Celery stalks
• 1 large, diced Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 19 ounces Frozen cheese tortellini
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 3 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 0.5 cup (grated, optional for garnish) Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of your crock pot.

Step 2

Layer the diced carrots, celery, and onion over the chicken. Add the minced garlic.

Step 3

Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot, ensuring the chicken and vegetables are fully submerged.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the dried thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours (or on high for 3-4 hours) until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 6

Remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken back to the crock pot.

Step 7

Stir in the frozen tortellini and heavy cream. Cook on high for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the tortellini is tender and cooked through.

Step 8

Just before serving, add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3272.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3273.8

Total Fat 146.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 741.9mg	0%
Sodium 8151.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.9g	0%
Total Sugars 41.7g
Protein 202.0g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 1579.1mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 5347.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 32.4%