Description
A creamy and flavorful Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting weeknight meal. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked with garlic, Parmesan, and cream cheese create a rich sauce that coats perfectly cooked pasta for a delicious and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
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 and 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 Garnishes
- Chopped parsley
- Extra Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot and sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to infuse flavor.
- Add sauce ingredients: Pour chicken broth over the chicken, then add grated Parmesan, cubed softened cream cheese, and minced garlic on top.
- Cook the chicken: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender enough to shred.
- Shred chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, then stir it into the creamy sauce to combine.
- Prepare pasta: Cook the pasta separately according to package directions until al dente, then 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 fully coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Serve the pasta warm, topped with extra Parmesan cheese or chopped parsley for garnish if desired.
Notes
- Cook pasta separately to avoid overcooking and maintain a perfect texture.
- Add cream after slow cooking to prevent sauce separation and keep it smooth and creamy.
- Use fresh minced garlic and freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and melt.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream to restore creaminess.
- You can freeze individual portions, although the sauce texture may slightly change; stirring during reheating helps bring it back together.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad or toasted garlic bread to complete your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Slow cooking, Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 cup cooked pasta with chicken and sauce)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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