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    Home » Recipes » Slow Cooker

    Cheesy Slow Cooker Tortellini Recipe

    Published: Jan 4, 2023 · Modified: Jan 17, 2023 by Beth Sachs · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 5 Comments

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    An easy cheesy slow cooker tortellini recipe made with just 5 simple ingredients including ready-made pasta sauce, fresh filled tortellini, and dried herbs! So easy and oh so tasty!

    It's filling, hearty comfort food that the whole family will love, and best of all, perfect for busy weeknights!

    Cheesy tortellini in slow cooker.

    This epic vegetarian-friendly pasta dish is ideal for meat-free Mondays. There's also no chopping, grating, or stirring required!

    Dump the ingredients in your slow cooker (crockpot), cook on high for 2 hours (or on low for 3), and the end result is this gorgeously cheesy oozy crockpot tortellini!

    👩‍🍳 Love tortellini? Try my creamy oven-baked tortellini next!

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    • ✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • 🥄 Equipment
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Expert tips
    • 🍴 Serving suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥡 Storage
    • ❓ Frequently asked questions
    • 😋 More slow cooker recipes
    • More easy pasta recipes
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    ✔️ Why you'll love this recipe!

    • Easy slow cooker pasta recipe.
    • Only 5 ingredients.
    • Uses ready-made pasta sauce.
    • Filling hearty comfort food.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    Ingredients for slow cooker tortellini bake.

    Tortellini - 2 x 300g packets of fresh filled tortellini from the refrigerator section of your local supermarket. I've used four cheese tortellini, but feel free to use any flavour you like.

    Pasta Sauce - 2 x 500g jars of ready-made tomato pasta sauce.

    Cheese - For ease, I use a 240g packet of pre-grated cheddar and mozzarella. You can grate the cheese yourself if you prefer. Other cheese such as gruyere and Parmesan would also work.

    Garlic Powder - to add flavour.

    Dried Basil - scattered over the top for garnish.

    🥄 Equipment

    Which slow cooker? I use a Morphy Richards Sear and Stew 6.5 litre slow cooker, which means I can brown and slow cook in the same pot as the slow cooker pot is safe to use on the hob! The 6.5 litre capacity serves 6-8 main portions, so it’s ideal for families and those that like batch cooking. There is also a 3.5 litre version for smaller households and this recipe fits perfectly into that one!

    Don't forget to check out all of the slow cooker recipes on the blog.

    🔪 Instructions

    The recipe card with ingredient quantities and detailed instructions can be found at the bottom of the post

    One: Pour half of the pasta sauce (1 500g jar) into the bottom of your slow cooker basin.

    Two: Scatter over one of the packs (300g) of fresh tortellini.

    Three: Sprinkle over half of the garlic powder and top with half (120g) of the grated cheese.

    Making cheesy tortellini in a crockpot - step by step photo instructions.

    Four: Repeat the process again, using up the rest of the ingredients. Scatter over the dried basil.

    Five: Slow cook on a high setting for 2 hours or on a low setting for 3-3.5 hours.

    Making cheesy tortellini in a crockpot - step by step photo instructions part 2.

    💭 Expert tips

    • Spray the bottom of your slow cooker basin with a light cooking oil to prevent the tortellini from sticking.
    • If you want an extra kick to the dish, add half a teaspoon of chilli flakes (at the same time as the garlic powder).

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    Serve the slow cooker tortellini with a crisp green salad and garlic bread, or vegetables such as roasted Tenderstem broccoli, air fryer green beans, or air fryer roasted butternut squash.

    Slow cooker cheesy tortellini in a black crockpot.

    📖 Variations

    • Use different flavours of tortellini such as spinach & ricotta, or ham & cheese.
    • Dollop teaspoons of pesto into the pasta sauce for extra flavour.
    • Use a creamy alfredo pasta sauce instead of a tomato-based one.
    • Spoon leftover chicken bolognese or a tin of drained tuna between the layers of tortellini.
    • Add vegetables such as tinned sweetcorn, tinned mushrooms, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, or roast courgettes.
    • Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
    • Use frozen or dry tortellini instead of fresh. Just add 20 minutes to the cooking time.

    🥡 Storage

    Store: Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Reheat: Microwave until piping hot or reheat in a saucepan on the hob.

    Freeze: Place cooled leftovers in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge before reheating.

    Cheesy slow cooker tortellini on a dinner plate with a green salad.

    ❓ Frequently asked questions

    What's the difference between ravioli and a tortellini?

    Ravioli are usually square in shape, with a flat underside, rounded top and frilled edges. Tortellini, on the other hand, are ring-shaped, at times resembling a tiny croissant.

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    Cheesy Slow Cooker Tortellini

    An easy cheesy slow cooker tortellini recipe made with just 5 simple ingredients including ready-made pasta sauce, fresh filled tortellini, and dried herbs! So easy and oh so tasty!
    Course Main Course, Pasta
    Cuisine British
    Keyword slow cooker tortellini
    Prep Time 2 minutes
    Cook Time 2 hours
    Total Time 2 hours 2 minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 774kcal
    Author Beth Sachs
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    Equipment

    • Slow Cooker

    Ingredients

    Metric - US Customary
    • 600 g Fresh Tortellini (4 cheese or similar) 2 x 300g packs
    • 1000 g Tomato Pasta Sauce 2 x 500g jars
    • 240 g Grated Cheddar & Mozzarella
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • 2 teaspoon Dried Basil

    Instructions

    • Pour half of the pasta sauce (1 500g jar) into the bottom of your slow cooker basin.
    • Scatter over half (1 300g pack) of the fresh tortellini.
    • Sprinkle over half the garlic powder and top with half (120g) of the grated cheese.
    • Repeat the process again, using up the rest of the ingredients. Scatter over the dried basil.
    • Slow cook on a high setting for 2 hours or on a low setting for 3-3.5 hours.

    Notes

    Expert Tips:
    • Spray the bottom of your slow cooker basin with a light cooking oil to prevent the tortellini from sticking.
    • If you want an extra kick to the dish, add half a teaspoon of chilli flakes (at the same time as the garlic powder).
     
    Variations:
    • Use different flavours of tortellini. Spinach and ricotta works well, as does ham and cheese.
    • Dollop teaspoons of pesto into the pasta sauce for extra flavour.
    • Use a creamy alfredo pasta sauce instead of a tomato based one.
    • Spoon leftover chicken bolognese or a tin of drained tuna between the layers of tortellini.
    • Add vegetables such as tinned sweetcorn, tinned mushrooms, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, or roast courgettes.
    • Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
     
    Storage:
    Store: Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    Reheat: Microwave until piping hot or reheat in a saucepan on the hob.
    Freeze: Place cooled leftovers in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge before reheating.
     
    Nutrition:
    The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Cheesy Slow Cooker Tortellini
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    774
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    34
    g
    52
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    16
    g
    100
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    5
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    117
    mg
    39
    %
    Sodium
     
    2229
    mg
    97
    %
    Potassium
     
    806
    mg
    23
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    80
    g
    27
    %
    Fiber
     
    10
    g
    42
    %
    Sugar
     
    13
    g
    14
    %
    Protein
     
    40
    g
    80
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1687
    IU
    34
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    18
    mg
    22
    %
    Calcium
     
    683
    mg
    68
    %
    Iron
     
    7
    mg
    39
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Robin G.

      January 04, 2023 at 1:09 pm

      5 stars
      This tortellini was so easy and everyone loved it!

      Reply
    2. Janessa

      January 04, 2023 at 1:48 pm

      5 stars
      This was amazing! So delicious and simple and perfect for a busy weeknight.

      Reply
    3. gunjan

      January 04, 2023 at 2:33 pm

      5 stars
      this was our dinner yesterday and came out so perfect. the flavors were on spot and the texture was beautiful.

      Reply
    4. Savita

      January 04, 2023 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      The recipe is so easy to follow, and turned out super amazing.

      Reply
    5. Suja md

      January 04, 2023 at 3:20 pm

      5 stars
      Truly amazing in taste and flavors in this recipe. Will definitely make again, very good recipe!

      Reply

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