The Best Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
A creamy, comforting crockpot recipe combining tender garlic parmesan chicken with perfectly cooked pasta, ready with minimal effort. This simple slow cooker dish yields a rich and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 5 hours (low) or 2 to 3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 5 hours 10 minutes (low) or 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Chicken & Seasonings
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Sauce & Pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed and softened
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite)
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Optional Garnish
- Chopped parsley
- Extra Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot. Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over the chicken to season.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Pour chicken broth into the crockpot over the chicken, then add the grated Parmesan cheese, cubed softened cream cheese, and minced garlic on top.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and stir thoroughly to combine it with the creamy sauce.
- Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the crockpot. Pour in the heavy cream or half-and-half and stir everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Serve the pasta warm, optionally topped with extra grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-grated.
- If you prefer a lower-fat version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm gently on the stove or microwave, adding a splash of milk if needed to loosen the sauce.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer darker meat.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easier melting and smoother sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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