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A close-up shot of the Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini in a slow cooker, showing the melted provolone cheese and tender pieces of steak.

Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini: The Ultimate Comfort Meal

The ultimate slow cooker comfort food! This Crock Pot Cheesesteak Tortellini combines tender steak, peppers, onions, and cheese-filled tortellini in a rich, creamy provolone sauce. An easy, set-it-and-forget-it dinner the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1.5 lbs Sirloin or Ribeye Steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 large Yellow Onion sliced
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
  • 2 cups Beef Broth low-sodium
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese cubed
  • 20 oz Frozen Cheese Tortellini
  • 2 cups Provolone Cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (6-quart or larger)
  • 1 Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant. Transfer the vegetables to the crock pot.
  2. In the same skillet, add the thinly sliced steak. Season with salt and pepper. Cook just until browned on all sides. Drain any excess fat and transfer the steak to the crock pot.
  3. Pour the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce over the steak and vegetables. Place the cubes of cream cheese on top.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  5. Uncover and stir everything together until the cream cheese is fully melted into a creamy sauce.
  6. Stir in the frozen tortellini and shredded provolone cheese. Cover and cook on HIGH for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the tortellini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.

Notes

Tip 1: For the best flavor, take the time to sear the steak and vegetables before adding them to the slow cooker.
Tip 2: Use block provolone cheese and shred it yourself for the creamiest, smoothest sauce.
Tip 3: Do not use fresh tortellini, as it will become mushy. Frozen tortellini holds up best to the slow cooking process.