Name: Crockpot Cheddar Chicken Pot Pie Tortellini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks (about 1.5–2 lbs); ½ yellow onion, diced; 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic (about 2–3 cloves); 12 oz frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans); 2 tbsp butter (for sautéing); 1 tbsp chicken bouillon granules or 1 bouillon cube (or swap for 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth); ½ tsp paprika; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup; 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup; ½ cup milk (add more as needed); use half-and-half for a richer sauce; 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar gives extra flavor); 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini (or frozen, thawed); Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Description

A creamy, cheesy weeknight comfort food featuring chicken, mixed vegetables, and cheese tortellini cooked in a rich pot-pie style sauce.

Ingredients

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks (about 1.5–2 lbs)
½ yellow onion, diced
1 tbsp finely chopped garlic (about 2–3 cloves)
12 oz frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
2 tbsp butter (for sautéing)
1 tbsp chicken bouillon granules or 1 bouillon cube (or swap for 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth)
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
½ cup milk (add more as needed); use half-and-half for a richer sauce
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar gives extra flavor)
20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini (or frozen, thawed)
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and garlic 2–3 minutes, until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic to the crockpot. Add chicken chunks, frozen mixed vegetables, both cans of cream soup, milk, chicken bouillon (or broth), paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to coat everything evenly.
Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and very tender.
About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the shredded cheddar and the tortellini. Cover and cook until the tortellini is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 25–30 minutes.
If the sauce is still thin, thicken it by simmering with the lid slightly ajar for 10–15 minutes, or by making a slurry of cornstarch and water.
Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

For best texture, add tortellini towards the end to prevent overcooking. Customize with various veggies or swap chicken for tofu for a vegetarian option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 360 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American