Description

This Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini recipe combines tender slow-cooked beef, sautéed vegetables, creamy cheese sauce, and cheesy tortellini for a comforting, hearty one-pot meal. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe uses a slow cooker to meld flavors while requiring minimal hands-on time.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat

1 ½ pounds shaved beef steak (or ribeye, sirloin, or ground beef)

Vegetables

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

20 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)

Spices and Garnish

1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper
Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Brown the beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the shaved beef or ground beef until lightly browned. Drain any excess fat to reduce greasiness.
Layer ingredients in Crock Pot: Add the browned beef, sliced onions, bell peppers, mushrooms (if using), beef broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Cook: Cover and cook the mixture on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables have softened.
Make the sauce creamy: Stir in the softened cream cheese into the cooked mixture, mixing until it melts to create a smooth creamy sauce. Then add the shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese and stir well to combine.
Add tortellini: Gently stir in the cheese tortellini during the last 20 to 30 minutes of cooking. Continue cooking until the tortellini are tender but still hold their shape without becoming mushy.
Finish and serve: Optionally top with extra cheese and garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm. Enjoy this comforting and cheesy slow cooker meal.

Notes

You can substitute the beef with ribeye or sirloin depending on preference or budget.
Mushrooms are optional but add a nice earthy flavor and texture.
Fresh tortellini may cook faster than frozen, so adjust timing accordingly to avoid overcooking.
For a spicier version, consider adding red pepper flakes.
Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.
Drain excess fat after browning beef to reduce calories and greasiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Crock Pot, Cheesesteak, Tortellini, Slow Cooker, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, One-Pot Meal, Beef Recipe, Creamy Pasta