Description
This Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked with garlic, Parmesan, and Italian seasonings in a rich sauce, then combined with perfectly cooked pasta for an easy and flavorful dish that yields 4 to 6 servings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Sauce
- 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Pasta and Garnishes
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Extra Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Add ingredients to the Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts, chicken broth, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper into the Crockpot.
- Cook the chicken: Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the Crockpot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken back into the Crockpot and stir to combine with the sauce.
- Cook the pasta: Meanwhile, boil the pasta in salted water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta into the Crockpot with the shredded chicken and sauce. Stir well and cook on LOW for an additional 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the pasta to absorb some sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Spoon the creamy chicken pasta onto plates and garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, allow the pasta and sauce to cook in the Crockpot uncovered during the last 10-15 minutes.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe gluten-free if needed.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
- Adding steamed or roasted vegetables, such as broccoli or spinach, can add extra nutrition and flavor.
