Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a simple yet satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pot meal combines tender chicken, a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, and your choice of pasta, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can set it and forget it while the crockpot does the heavy lifting. Whether you’re serving it at family dinners or gatherings with friends, this creamy delight is sure to impress without taking hours in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Approximately 5 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (elbow macaroni or shells)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 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 crockpot and season with garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour chicken broth over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until tender.
- Shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted.
- Add uncooked pasta and cook on high for an additional 30 to 45 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg