This Crock Pot Cheeseburger Tortellini combines cheesy pasta and classic cheeseburger flavors in an easy dinner the whole family will enjoy!A Bacon Cheeseburger Inspired DinnerIf youre looking for an easy dinner that fills your belly and feels like comfort food without requiring constant attention in the kitchen, this Crock Pot Cheeseburger Tortellini is a great choice. Everything you love about a bacon cheeseburger, but it tortellini pasta form. Its a simple weeknight meal thats family-friendly, filling, and perfect for those nights with a busy schedule.Frequently Asked Questions:Can I make this on the stovetop instead? Yes. Brown the ground beef, then combine all ingredients except the tortellini and cheddar cheese in a large pot or Dutch oven. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, then add the tortellini and cook until tender. Stir in the cheese just before serving. Can I use frozen tortellini? Yes, but it should be thawed before adding it to the slow cooker. This helps it cook evenly and prevents excess moisture from thinning the sauce. Do I have to use bacon? No. The bacon adds extra flavor, but this recipe is still delicious without it. Simply leave it out if you prefer or dont have any on hand. Why use the Crock Pot when everything is already cooked? The slow cooker allows the flavors to blend together while freeing up your time. Its a great option when you want dinner ready with minimal effort later in the day. What other toppings can I use? Try stirring in diced pickles before serving, adding a little ketchup, topping with green onions, or even mixing in sauted mushrooms for extra flavor. What to serve with Crock Pot Cheeseburger Tortellini? A simple green salad, roasted vegetables, steamed broccoli, garlic bread, or fresh fruit all pair well with this hearty meal. Where do I find refrigerated tortellini? Most grocery stores carry refrigerated tortellini in the refrigerated pasta section, often near specialty cheeses, fresh sauces, and packaged fresh pasta products. If you cant find it easily, ask a store associate. How to store leftovers? Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The tortellini will continue to absorb some of the sauce as it sits. When reheating, add a splash of beef broth or milk to loosen the sauce and restore the creamy texture. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through. Ingredients Needed: (See Recipe Card Below For The Full Recipe)ground beef lean ground beef works best. Ground turkey or ground chicken can be substituted for a lighter option. diced onion adds flavor and texture. If you prefer softer onions, cook them with the ground beef first. garlic powderpaprikabacon cooked and crumbled. Microwave bacon works perfectly fine for this recipe. You can also leave it out if desired. diced tomatoes be sure to drain them well. Fire-roasted tomatoes can be used for extra flavor. beef broth low-sodium or no-sodium broth works well. I like to keep it low sodium when possible as theres enough salt already from other ingredients and if you taste it later on and think it needs more salt, you can always add it but you cant remove it. tomato sauce helps create the classic cheeseburger-inspired flavor. If you dont want it, you can leave it out.yellow mustard adds to the cheeseburger taste. If youre not a mustard fan, you can leave it out. refrigerated cheese tortellini usually found in the refrigerated pasta section near fresh pasta and specialty cheeses. Frozen tortellini can be used if thawed first. shredded cheddar cheese freshly shredded cheese melts more smoothly. Colby Jack can be substituted if preferred.How To Make Crock Pot Cheeseburger TortelliniCook ground beefIn a skillet, cook and crumble ground beef until fully cooked (note: if you like your onion super soft, cook the diced onion along with the ground beef). Drain any excess grease.Add everything to the slow cookerTo a 5-6 quart slow cooker add cooked ground beef beef, onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, half the crumbled bacon, drained diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato sauce and mustard. Stir well until combined.Cook and then add pastaCover and cook on low for 3 hours. There really is nothing to cook here, we are giving it time for everything to warm up and have all the flavors develop together. After 3 hours, stir in the cheese tortellini, making sure they are mostly submerged in the sauce.Top with cheese and baconCover and cook for an additional 3040 minutes, until the tortellini is tender and warmed through. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Top with remaining bacon, let sit uncovered for about 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.Craving More Recipes?Bacon Cheeseburger CasseroleCrock Pot Cheeseburger SoupCheeseburger Texas ToastBacon Cheeseburger MeatloafCheeseburger Rice PrintCrock Pot Cheeseburger TortelliniThis Crock Pot Cheeseburger Tortellini combines classic cheeseburger flavors with cheese-filled tortellini in an easy slow cooker meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.Course Dinner, Main CourseCuisine AmericanPrep Time 15 minutes minutesCook Time 4 hours hoursTotal Time 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutesServings 6Calories 820kcalAuthor Brandie SkibinskiIngredients1 pound ground beef cup diced onion teaspoon salt teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon paprika12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (divided use)14.5 ounces can diced tomatoes, drained1 cups beef broth (can use low or no sodium)1 cup tomato sauce1 Tablespoon yellow mustard20 ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini1 cups shredded cheddar cheeseInstructionsIn a skillet, cook and crumble 1 pound ground beef until fully cooked (note: if you like your onion super soft, cook the cup diced onion along with the ground beef). Drain any excess grease.To a 5-6 quart slow cooker add cooked ground beef beef, onion, teaspoon salt, teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, half the crumbled bacon, drained 14.5 ounces can diced tomatoes, drained, 1 1/2 cups beef broth, 1 cup tomato sauce and 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard. Stir well until combined. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. There really is nothing to cook here, we are giving it time for everything to warm up and have all the flavors develop together.After 3 hours, stir in the 20 ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini, making sure they are mostly submerged in the sauce. Cover and cook for an additional 3040 minutes, until the tortellini is tender and warmed through.Add 1 cups shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.Top with remaining bacon, let sit uncovered for about 5 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. NotesPlease refer to my FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.This will take between 3-4 hours to cook on high.NutritionCalories: 820kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 51g | Sodium: 1674mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g