Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy garlic and parmesan sauce. This easy-to-make dish transforms busy weeknights into a delightful culinary experience. Simply toss all ingredients into your crockpot and let it work its magic. Perfectly paired with your favorite pasta, this recipe is sure to be a family favorite that keeps everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz penne pasta
Instructions
- Mince the garlic and thaw the chicken if frozen.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Place seasoned chicken in the crockpot; add heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic, and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks; stir in cooked pasta and remaining Parmesan cheese until combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider searing the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the crockpot. - Customize by adding vegetables like spinach or swapping chicken for shrimp. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.