Best 8 Slow Cooker Italian Tortellini Stew Recipes

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Immerse yourself in the delectable flavors of Italian cuisine with this slow cooker recipe for tortellini stew. This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for a cozy dinner with family and friends, or for a simple yet satisfying meal during the week. With a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a flavorful stew that will warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY ITALIAN TORTELLINI



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Two types of meat pair well with tortellini, cheese, marinara sauce and mushrooms. Buon appetito!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 lb bulk Italian sausage
1 container (15 oz) refrigerated marinara sauce
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, undrained
1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or pizza cheese blend (4 oz)

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
  • Spray inside of 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Mix beef mixture, marinara sauce, mushrooms and tomatoes in cooker.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
  • Stir in tortellini; sprinkle with cheese. Cover; cook on Low heat setting about 15 minutes longer or until tortellini are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1700 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN TORTELLINI STEW



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Enjoy Italian-style dinner tonight with this filling tortellini stew recipe that's slow cooked using beans, tomatoes, cheesy tortellini and broth.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small onion, finely chopped
2 medium zucchini, halved, cut into 1-inch slices
2 (14 1/2-oz.) cans ready-to-serve vegetable or chicken broth
1 (28-oz.) can crushed or diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (15.5-oz.) can great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1 (8-oz.) pkg. uncooked dry cheese-filled tortellini

Steps:

  • In 4 to 6-quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients except basil and tortellini; mix well.
  • Cover; cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours.
  • About 20 minutes before serving, stir basil and tortellini into stew. Increase heat setting to high; cover and cook an additional 20 minutes or until tortellini are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 1/4 Cups, Sodium 760 mg, Sugar 4 g

SLOW COOKER ITALIAN TORTELLINI STEW



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Time 2h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium zucchini, diced
28 ounces chicken broth
28 ounces crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounce size) Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini

Steps:

  • Combine the onion, zucchini, chicken broth, tomatoes, beans, basil, salt, and pepper in the crock pot. Mix gently. Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours or until the vegetable are tender. Turn the crock pot to high. Stir in the tortellini and cook, covered, for 20 minutes or until the tortellini is cooked. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts :

SLOW COOKED ITALIAN STEW (CROCK POT)



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Have always been a fan of slow cooked meals and with my new crock pot, I'm equiped to try some new ones. The original recipe comes from "The Slow Cooker Bible" and includes my intended modifications. As I have not yet tried this dish, feedback is especially welcome.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Stew

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 (9 ounce) package cooked spicy chicken sausage, sliced
1 (8 -10 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
1 green pepper, seeded and vertically cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1 large zucchini, halved and cut into 3/8 inch thick pieces
1 1/2 cups fat free chicken broth (can use bouillon and water)
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian stewed tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (use another white bean if desired)
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Coat slow cooker with a light layer of cooking spray.
  • Add carrots and onions. Top with chicken cubes and chicken sausage. Top with peppers and zucchini.
  • Mix together the tomatoes, broth, rosemary, garlic and oregano. Pour on top of ingredients in the crock pot.
  • Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 7 hours. Vegetables should be tender and chicken cooked but not falling apart.
  • Turn cooker to high and stir in cannellini beans and re-cover slow cooker. Cook and additional 10 to 15 minutes until beans are heated through.
  • Ladle stew into bowls and garnish with basil.

ITALIAN BEEF TORTELLINI STEW



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This is my first completely original recipe-and it turned out to be awesome! It's a hefty, rich stew, full of veggies, tender beef, a splash of red wine and simply wonderful flavors. -Tammy Munyon, Wichita, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, sliced
3 small carrots, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons each dried oregano, basil and marjoram
1/2 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 teaspoon sugar
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, combine flour and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat. Shake off excess., In a Dutch oven, brown beef in 2 tablespoon oil; drain. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute the zucchini, onion, celery and carrots in remaining oil until tender. Add the garlic, oregano, basil and marjoram; cook 1 minute longer., Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Return beef to pan; add the tomatoes, broth, sugar and remaining pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beef is tender, 1-1/2 hours. Add tortellini and spinach. Return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, until tortellini are tender, 7-9 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESY ITALIAN TORTELLINI



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This easy cheesy slow cooker dish is my family's favorite. Make it once and I bet you'll make it once a month from now on.

Provided by TRACY STALLARD

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 8h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ pound ground beef
½ pound Italian sausage, casings removed
1 (16 ounce) jar marinara sauce
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated or fresh cheese tortellini
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Crumble the ground beef and Italian sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until browned. Drain.
  • Combine the ground meats, marinara sauce, mushrooms, and tomatoes in a slow cooker. Cover, and cook on LOW heat for 7 to 8 hours.
  • Stir in the tortellini, and sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and cook for 15 more minutes on LOW, or until the tortellini is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 26.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1185.6 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

SLOW COOKER ITALIAN BEEF STEW



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Best beef stew I've ever made! I apologize for the vague instructions, the ingredient amounts are approximate as well as I did this over the weekend but did not note amounts. It turned out so good I wanted to save what I did so I could make again! Chicken broth can be used instead of beef broth if desired.

Provided by Christine Foley Wanner

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 4h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
¼ teaspoon onion powder, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds cubed beef stew meat
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, quartered
½ yellow onion, quartered and sliced
4 red potatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
¾ cup red wine
¼ cup beef broth
¼ cup tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Steps:

  • Whisk flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a shallow bowl. Add beef to seasoned flour and toss to evenly coat; shake off any excess flour.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook beef in hot oil until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer beef to slow cooker; add carrots, onion, potatoes, celery, and garlic.
  • Whisk red wine, beef broth, tomato paste, and rosemary together in a bowl until smooth; pour over beef and vegetables.
  • Cook on Low until beef and vegetables are tender, 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 178.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

ITALIAN TORTELLINI STEW



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Nice easy recipe but also tastes great. Originally from Just Crockpot Recipes (http://www.justcrockpotrecipes.com)

Provided by cindypt

Categories     Stew

Time 7h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium chopped onion
2 medium zucchini, chopped in 1 inch cubes
28 ounces vegetable broth or 28 ounces chicken broth
28 ounces undrained crushed tomatoes
15 ounces drained rinsed great northern beans
2 tablespoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
8 ounces uncooked dry cheese-filled egg tortellini

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except tortellini in crockpot.
  • Mix well.
  • Cover& cook on low setting for at least 6 hours.
  • When ready to serve, increase heat to high setting.
  • Add tortellini.
  • Cook an additional 20 minutes or until tortellini are soft.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.3, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 24, Sodium 770.7, Carbohydrate 65, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 19.6

Tips:

  • Choose a slow cooker with a capacity of at least 6 quarts to accommodate all of the ingredients.
  • Use a variety of tortellini to add different flavors and textures to the stew. Cheese tortellini, meat tortellini, and vegetable tortellini are all popular options.
  • Add plenty of vegetables to the stew to make it a hearty and nutritious meal. Bell peppers, carrots, celery, and onions are all good choices.
  • Use a high-quality Italian seasoning blend to flavor the stew. You can also add additional herbs and spices to taste.
  • Cook the stew on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The longer you cook the stew, the more flavorful it will be.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker Italian tortellini stew is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover tortellini. Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or a salad for a complete meal.

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