Finished tortellini in thick creamy sauce inside the slow cooker
Taste and adjust with a little salt and black pepper at the table if you like, then serve hot straight from the slow cooker.
Variations & Tips
For picky eaters, you can leave the seasoning very simple and let everyone add their own touches at the table, like a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, black pepper, or a little garlic powder.
Toppings for finishing creamy tortellini chicken at the table
If your family prefers a milder sauce, use one can of cream of chicken soup and one can of cream of mushroom or cream of celery to soften the flavor slightly, still keeping it to four total ingredients. To lighten it up a bit, you can swap the regular cream cheese for a reduced-fat version; the sauce will be a little less rich but still creamy.
If you like extra-cheesy dishes, stir in a small handful of shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese right at the end, letting it melt into long, stretchy strands. For a little color and veggie boost without scaring off kids, stir in a cup of frozen peas or chopped spinach during the last 10 minutes of cooking with the tortellini.
Creamy tortellini chicken with peas stirred in
Leftovers reheat well on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of milk to loosen the sauce; just warm gently so the tortellini doesn’t get too soft.
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