Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
Indulge in a comforting and flavorful meal with this Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with garlic, this dish is a perfect weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Sauce:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed and softened
Other:
- 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot and season with garlic powder, pepper, and salt.
- Make the Sauce: Pour heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, and cream cheese over the chicken.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours until chicken is tender. Shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta separately until al dente. Add drained pasta to the crockpot mixture.
- Combine: Stir to coat the pasta and heat through. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Try adding cooked spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
