Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta. This comforting dish combines tender chicken breasts, a savory garlic Parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta all simmered together in a slow cooker for a hassle-free, flavorful meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this recipe delivers a satisfying dinner with minimal effort.
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 oz cream cheese, cubed
2 cups chicken broth
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp minced garlic
½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Prepare the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Season with salt and pepper.
Add the Sauce Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, cream cheese cubes, chicken broth, garlic powder, and minced garlic.
Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cook the Chicken:
Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Shred the Chicken:
Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.
Cook the Pasta:
In a separate pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain the pasta and set aside.
Combine Pasta and Sauce:
Stir the cooked pasta into the chicken and sauce mixture in the slow cooker.
Add the heavy cream or half-and-half and mix until the pasta is well coated.
Serve:
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Calories: Approximately 796 kcal
Protein: 44g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fat: 64g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 181mg
Sodium: 1777mg
Potassium: 919m
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 8g