Need an easy pasta dinner to add to your menu this week? This Tortellini and Cheese is a marinara masterpiece! With savory tomato sauce, cheesy tortellini, and mountains of mozzarella, you’ve got the ultimate Taste of Italy! You’ll leave the dinner table saucy and satisfied. And with just 5 ingredients, it’s SO easy to make!
Tortellini and Cheese
Some nights, you just need some of that cheesy pasta goodness, otherwise known as… Tortellini!
This easy Crockpot Cheesy Tortellini Recipe is the perfect way to turn any day right side up and put smiles all around the table!
Celeste writes: “It was so delicious my husband actually slowed down when he ate to savor the taste!”
This Cheese Tortellini Pasta is ooey-gooey comfort food to the max, and will have your family begging for seconds!
The rich and robust tomato sauce, savory garlic, and layer after layer of gooey mozzarella cheese make your delightful tortellini gloriously tantalizing!
Plus, this Crockpot Cheese Tortellini is so versatile.
You can change up the flavor each time you make it by adding in different things. Like dried basil, chicken, spinach, or broccoli.
The options are almost limitless!
Be sure to also try this decadent, crowd pleasing Slow Cooker Alfredo Tortellini!
So what are you waiting for?
Dreamy fresh cheese tortellini in your crock pot awaits!
Go grab your Slow Cooker and these 5 easy ingredients…
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Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Slow Cooker Cheese Tortellini.
Check your refrigerator and pantry… then add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand.
- Refrigerated Cheese Tortellini
- Tomato Pasta Sauce (or Homemade Pasta Sauce)
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- Garlic Powder
- Dried Basil (How to Dry Basil Leaves)
You’ll need a 5 – 6 quart crockpot to get the job done, too.
Trust me… making this 5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Dinner is going to be so easy!
How to Make Crockpot Tortellini with Cheese
It’s actually SO easy to make to make this crockpot tomato tortellini dinner!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Start by spraying your Crockpot with a non-stick cooking spray.
2. Next, layer the Pasta Sauce, Tortellini, Garlic Powder, and Mozzarella Cheese in the Crockpot.
3. Finish it off by sprinkling it with Dried Basil.
4. Then, continue making layers as directed.
5. Finally, cook as directed until done.
That’s it. Easy Peasy!
Then comes the best part. Once your Cheesy Tomato Tortellini is done there is only one thing left to do.
Serve, devour & ENJOY!
YUM!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How to Store Tortellini Leftovers
If this delicious, savory crockpot pasta tortellini doesn’t get gobbled up all in one sitting, don’t worry… you can save the leftovers and reheat them the next day!
Transfer any leftovers to an airtight container, and store in the refrigerator.
How Long Does Leftover Tortellini Last?
For maximum freshness, it’s best when used within 3 days.
How to Reheat Tortellini with Sauce
When you’re ready to indulge in your leftovers, simply transfer to a microwave safe dish and reheat in the microwave, or you can also reheat on the stove in a pot.
What to Serve with Cheese Tortellini
So what goes good with a delicious serving of slow cooked Cheese Tortellini?
This Crock Pot Cheesy Tortellini is so versatile. It really goes so good with so many different sides.
Here are just a few yummy ideas that will pair beautifully with your new favorite comfort food:
- Bacon Broccoli Salad
- Best Garlic Bread and Butter
- Cornbread Muffins
- Dinner Rolls
- French Baguette
- Fresh Green Salad topped with homemade Honey Balsamic Dressing
- Fresh Sourdough Bread
- Garlic Parmesan Pull-Apart Bread
- Homemade Crusty Artisan Bread
- Hot Biscuits
- No Knead Rosemary Bread
- Restaurant Style Bread Dipping Oil
Tortellini and Cheese Reviews
Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Tomato Cheese Tortellini Recipe…
One reader writes: “Yummy! The perfect easy midweek meal.”
Amanda writes: “Very tasty and easy.”
Debra writes: “Delish!!”
Sonja writes: “Love this recipe. Will definitely make this again!!”
Kathryn writes: “Super easy and delicious”
Niki writes: “Family favorite!!!”
Celeste writes: “It was so delicious my husband actually slowed down when he ate to savor the taste!”
Becky writes: “Amazing tasting and so simple!”
Karen writes: “Great recipe”
Moriah writes: “Easy peasy and delish.”
Mary writes: “Kid’s loved it, too.”
Pat writes: “So comforting and tasty!”
Barbara writes: “A quick crock pot recipe! I used Hunt’s Roasted Garlic & Onion Pasta Sauce. Love this!”
Jan writes: “Added spinach – turned out really good. Will make again.”
Taylor writes: “I added diced peppers and tomatoes, sooo good!”
Savanna writes: “Added Chicken and it was really good.”
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Tortellini and Cheese
Ingredients
- 20 oz. Refrigerated Mixed Cheese Tortellini (1 pkg.)
- 24 oz. Classico Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce (1 jar) or Homemade Pasta Sauce!
- 4 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 2 tsp. Dried Basil Leaves
Instructions
- Spray inside of 4 – 6 quart Crockpot with non-stick cooking spray
- Pour 1/2 jar of Pasta Sauce on the bottom of Crockpot.
- Spread out 1/2 of Tortellini evenly in layer on top of the sauce.
- Sprinkle Garlic Powder evenly over the layer of Tortellini.
- Spread out 2 cups of Mozzarella over the Tortellini.
- Pour remaining 1/2 jar of Pasta Sauce over cheese.
- Spread out remaining Tortellini in layer on top of the sauce.
- Spread out 2 cups of Mozzarella over the Tortellini layer.
- Sprinkle evenly with Dried Basil Leaves.
- Cook on HIGH for 1 hour 30 minutes, or LOW for 3 hours, or until done. ENJOY!
- Storage Tip: Leftovers can be stores in the refrigerator and reheated within 3 days.
Notes
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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Is it possible to use Alfredo sauce instead of the red pasta sauce?
Absolutely! Here’s a recipe for Crockpot Alfredo Tortellini…
https://thefrugalgirls.com/2017/12/crockpot-alfredo-tortellini.html
That’s exactly what I was hoping to see. Thank you. I have an intolerance for tomato based sauce. I’m trying this for dinner tomorrow with a nice salad. Thank you!!!
You’re very welcome, Lynn! 🙂 A salad sounds like the perfect side!
I don’t have refrigerated tortellini it is the kind you keep in pantry. Will that still work?
Hi Kris,
This recipe works best with refrigerated tortellini. You could try cooking up your dry tortellini to use in this recipe, but keep an eye on the cook time as it will be done faster. If you give it a try, let me know how it goes!
I have a 4 quart crock pot can you please advise me on what the recipe would look like using that size? Thank you!!
Hi Kristin ~ this will work in a 4 quart crockpot. Is your slow cooker oval or round? If it’s a 4 quart round, you just may need to add an extra set of layers when you’re assembling it prior to cooking. Hope that helps!
You don’t need to cook the pasta prior to layering it in the crock pot?
Hi Amy ~ correct… you won’t need to cook the pasta prior to layering it in the crock pot. Enjoy!! 😉
I want to add sausage to this. Should I precook it? Or can it go in raw?
Hi Kelsey ~ you’ll want to precook it first. That sounds like a delicious addition! 🙂
What if your using frozen tortellini is there a difference in cook time ?
Hi Ashley ~ I would just allow it to thaw first. If you don’t have time to let it thaw, then you’ll need to lengthen the cook time a bit, to ensure it has time to get hot. Hope that helps!