Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered with garlic and Parmesan, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Use high-quality chicken for better flavor.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated is preferred.
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed and softened Can be omitted for a lighter version.
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite) Cook according to package instructions.
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- to taste chopped parsley or extra Parmesan for garnish Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts directly into your crockpot.
- Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then add the grated Parmesan cheese, cubed cream cheese, and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
Cooking
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
- Once the cooking time is up, use two forks to shred the chicken right in the crockpot.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare your choice of pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- After shredding the chicken, add the cooked pasta to the crockpot. Pour in the heavy cream or half-and-half and stir everything until the pasta is completely coated with the creamy sauce.
Serving
- Dish out your creamy pasta immediately. Optionally, drizzle with extra Parmesan cheese or sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
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Notes
For the perfect texture, serve warm. Consider pairing with crusty bread or steamed vegetables.