Description
The Best Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe is a creamy, savory dish that combines tender chicken and pasta in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this slow cooker meal requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. Just set it and forget it! This comforting recipe is versatile, allowing you to add your favorite vegetables or switch up the pasta shapes, making it a family favorite for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner or preparing leftovers for lunch, this dish promises satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Place chicken in the crockpot and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and add Parmesan cheese and cubed cream cheese.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks; stir to combine with the sauce.
- Cook pasta separately according to package directions until al dente; drain.
- Add cooked pasta and heavy cream to the crockpot; stir until well combined.
- Serve warm with optional garnishes like parsley or extra cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on low
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 245g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg