Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the comforting delight of Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a dish that transforms busy weeknights into something special. This easy-to-make one-pot meal features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, paired perfectly with pasta. With minimal prep time and satisfying flavors that both kids and adults will love, this recipe is ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Just toss your ingredients into the crockpot and let it work its magic—dinner will be ready before you know it!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 oz uncooked pasta (elbow macaroni or shells recommended)
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 until submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return to the pot.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted.
- Add uncooked pasta and mix well to ensure it's submerged.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
- For extra cheesiness, sprinkle mozzarella on top during the final minutes of cooking.
- Serve warm garnished with fresh herbs and red pepper flakes if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg