Description
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor, this crockpot cheese tortellini with sausage is the ultimate comfort food. Just toss everything in the slow cooker for an easy and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
1 (19 oz) package frozen cheese tortellini
4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, cubed
4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside.
Prepare the Crockpot: Add the cooked sausage, diced tomatoes (with juice), minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth to the crockpot. Stir to combine.
Add the Cream Cheese: Place the cubed cream cheese on top. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until the cream cheese melts into the sauce.
Add the Tortellini & Spinach: In the last 30 minutes, stir in the frozen cheese tortellini and chopped spinach. Cook until the tortellini is tender and the spinach is wilted.
Season & Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve warm with crusty bread or a simple salad.
Notes
Use spicy Italian sausage for extra heat.
Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for added richness.
Freezer-friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course, Comfort Food
- Method: Crockpot, Slow Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
