Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a delightful blend of tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This one-pot meal offers effortless cooking—simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you focus on other tasks. The combination of garlic and Parmesan delivers a flavor profile that is both comforting and indulgent, making it a perfect choice for family gatherings or casual dinners. Easy to customize with your favorite pasta shape or additional vegetables, this recipe is bound to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 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, chopped (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Season with minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour chicken broth over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken using forks and return it to the crockpot.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Add uncooked pasta, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce.
- Cook on high for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg