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A creamy chicken and spinach tortellini dish on a white plate with a fork holding a piece of tortellini.
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Chicken and Tortellini Alfredo

Indulge in a creamy & savory Chicken and Tortellini Alfredo. This easy recipe can be made on the stovetop or the slow cooker for a quick & satisfying meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 637kcal
Author: Keri

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker Total Cook Time 4 ½ to 5 hours.

Ingredients

  • 3 Chicken Breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for stovetop method
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
  • 22 ounce Alfredo Sauce jar
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 15 ounces Diced Tomatoes
  • 19 ounces Cheese Tortellini frozen
  • 2 cups Spinach fresh, chopped

Instructions

Slow Cooker Directions

  • Prepare the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Place the chicken breasts in the cooker and season with the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Next, over the chicken, add the alfredo sauce, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until the chicken is done. *
  • Remove the chicken and cut into bite size pieces. Return the cut up chicken to the sauce mixture.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  • Next, add the tortellini, stir, and cover. Continue to cook for about 30 minutes or until the tortellini is tender.
  • Prior to serving, add the spinach and cook until wilted. Serve!

Stovetop Method

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the chicken and season it will salt and pepper.
  • Cook the chicken until cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes. *
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and cut into bite size pieces. Return the chicken to the skillet.
  • Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Stir and cook until fragrant.
  • Pour the alfredo sauce, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes into the skillet, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes, until tender.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese and chopped spinach. Cook until the cheese is melted and the spinach has wilted. Serve!

Notes

 
Chicken is cooked through when it reaches a temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. 
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 637kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 1668mg | Potassium: 630mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1067IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 4mg