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Crockpot Tortellini with Cheese (5 Ingredients)

March 16, 2016 By Heidi 14 Comments

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Add some irresistible cheesy pasta to your week with this easy Crockpot Tortellini with Cheese recipe! Just 5 ingredients and your crockpot tortellini pasta dinner is done!

Be sure to also try this decadent, crowd pleasing Slow Cooker Alfredo Tortellini!

Crockpot Cheesy Tortellini Recipe

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Crockpot Tortellini with 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!

Crockpot Cheese Tortellini Recipe

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!

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…

Related:  201 Best Crock Pot Recipes

Crockpot Tortellini Recipe

Crockpot Tortellini 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.

Crockpot Cheesy Tortellini Recipe

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.

Crock Pot Cheesy Tortellini

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.

Crockpot Cheese Tortellini Recipe

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

Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Pull Apart Bread Recipe

Crockpot Cheese Tortellini 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.”

Crockpot Cheese Tortellini Recipe


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Crockpot Tortellini with Cheese

Add some irresistible cheesy pasta to your week with this easy Crockpot Tortellini with Cheese recipe! Just 5 ingredients and your crockpot tortellini pasta dinner is done!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr 40 minutes mins
Servings: 8
Author: The Frugal Girls

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.
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Italian

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    • Lynn says

      August 11, 2022 at 7:27 pm

      Is it possible to use Alfredo sauce instead of the red pasta sauce?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        August 12, 2022 at 10:58 am

        Absolutely! Here’s a recipe for Crockpot Alfredo Tortellini…

        https://thefrugalgirls.com/2017/12/crockpot-alfredo-tortellini.html

        Reply
        • Lynn says

          August 12, 2022 at 1:24 pm

          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!!!

          Reply
          • Heidi says

            August 15, 2022 at 8:20 pm

            You’re very welcome, Lynn! 🙂 A salad sounds like the perfect side!

            Reply
    • Kris says

      May 6, 2022 at 1:48 pm

      I don’t have refrigerated tortellini it is the kind you keep in pantry. Will that still work?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 6, 2022 at 1:53 pm

        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!

        Reply
    • Kristin says

      December 13, 2017 at 9:57 pm

      I have a 4 quart crock pot can you please advise me on what the recipe would look like using that size? Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        December 15, 2017 at 4:35 pm

        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!

        Reply
    • Amy says

      May 22, 2016 at 2:58 pm

      You don’t need to cook the pasta prior to layering it in the crock pot?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 22, 2016 at 3:27 pm

        Hi Amy ~ correct… you won’t need to cook the pasta prior to layering it in the crock pot. Enjoy!! 😉

        Reply
    • Kelsey says

      May 12, 2016 at 10:45 am

      I want to add sausage to this. Should I precook it? Or can it go in raw?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 14, 2016 at 12:47 am

        Hi Kelsey ~ you’ll want to precook it first. That sounds like a delicious addition! 🙂

        Reply
    • Ashley says

      April 2, 2016 at 3:43 am

      What if your using frozen tortellini is there a difference in cook time ?

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        April 7, 2016 at 10:38 am

        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!

        Reply

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