Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. This rich and satisfying dish features tender shredded chicken enveloped in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce, paired perfectly with pasta. The best part? It all cooks together in your slow cooker, allowing you to set it and forget it while you tackle other tasks or simply relax. With its family-friendly flavors and easy preparation, this meal is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish promises warmth and delight in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (elbow macaroni or shells recommended)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts flat in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Sprinkle minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the chicken.
- Pour chicken broth over the chicken until covered.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until chicken shreds easily.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot, then stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted.
- Add uncooked pasta and stir to combine; cover and cook on high for 30 to 45 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Optionally add mozzarella cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg