The Best Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
This comforting crockpot garlic Parmesan chicken pasta recipe combines tender, slow-cooked chicken with a creamy, cheesy sauce and perfectly cooked pasta. Ideal for busy days, this dish delivers rich flavors with minimal effort and is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed and softened
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Pasta
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite pasta)
Optional Garnishes
- Chopped parsley
- Extra Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the crockpot. Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over the chicken to season.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Pour the chicken broth over the chicken breasts. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, cubed cream cheese, and minced garlic on top to create the base of the creamy sauce.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to shred easily.
- Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, shred the cooked chicken directly in the crockpot and stir thoroughly to combine with the cheesy sauce.
- Cook the Pasta: While the chicken finishes cooking, prepare the pasta according to the package directions. Drain the pasta well once cooked.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the crockpot with the shredded chicken and sauce. Pour in the heavy cream or half-and-half, then stir gently until the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Serve the garlic Parmesan chicken pasta warm, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired, for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Use any short pasta like penne, rotini, or fusilli for the best sauce coating.
- You can substitute half-and-half with heavy cream for a richer sauce or whole milk for a lighter version.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
- This dish can also be made in a slow cooker liner for easier cleanup.
- Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid drying out.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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