Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini Recipe
This Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini is a hearty and comforting slow-cooker meal that combines tender shaved beef, sautéed vegetables, creamy cheese sauce, and cheesy tortellini. Perfect for a hands-off dinner, this recipe infuses classic cheesesteak flavors into a creamy pasta dish that’s ready in just a few hours with minimal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 ½ pounds shaved beef steak (or ribeye, sirloin, or ground beef)
- 1 large onion (sliced)
- 2 bell peppers (sliced, green or mixed colors)
- 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced, optional)
Liquids and Dairy
- 3 cups beef broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or provolone)
Pasta and Seasonings
- 20 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Brown the beef (optional): Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shaved beef or ground beef until lightly browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat to prevent greasiness in the slow cooker.
- Layer ingredients in Crock Pot: Add the seared beef, sliced onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, beef broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper into the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are soft and flavorful.
- Make the sauce creamy: Stir in the softened cream cheese into the slow cooker until it melts completely and creates a smooth, creamy sauce. Then add the shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese and mix thoroughly until melted and well incorporated.
- Add tortellini: Stir in the cheese tortellini during the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking. Cover and cook until the pasta is tender but still holds its shape, avoiding overcooking it to mush.
- Finish and serve: Optionally top with extra shredded cheese and let it melt. Garnish with fresh parsley before spooning the hearty, cheesy tortellini mixture into bowls for serving.
Notes
- Browning the beef before adding to the slow cooker adds extra flavor but can be skipped for convenience.
- Using fresh tortellini shortens the final cooking time compared to frozen; adjust cooking accordingly.
- Feel free to customize vegetables by adding more mushrooms or swapping bell pepper colors.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes with the seasonings.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Crock Pot, Cheesesteak, Tortellini, Slow Cooker, Beef, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner
