Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A hearty, creamy dish featuring tender chicken, rich garlic flavors, and a creamy parmesan sauce, all cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 large large chicken breasts Approximately 1.5 pounds
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth Homemade or store-bought
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning For added flavor
For the Sauce and Pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream At room temperature
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese At room temperature
- 3 cups cooked pasta Preferably fettuccine or penne
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the minced garlic on top of the chicken.
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning over the ingredients.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Once the cooking time is up, shred the chicken using two forks directly in the slow cooker.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta and gently stir until each piece is thoroughly coated in the sauce.
Serving
- Serve warm, garnished with extra parmesan cheese and optionally, freshly chopped parsley or basil.
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Notes
For added flavor, consider adding vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes in the last hour of cooking. Store leftovers in airtight containers.