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Ultimate Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

This recipe delivers creamy and flavorful Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta cooked in a slow cooker. By adding the pasta towards the end of the cooking process, it avoids the mushy texture often associated with crockpot pasta dishes, resulting in perfectly cooked chicken and al dente pasta in a rich, creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lb pasta penne, rotini, or farfalle
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish optional
  • Additional chicken broth as needed

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • fork
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Ladle or large spoon

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Set aside.
  6. Turn the slow cooker to high.
  7. Add the uncooked pasta to the sauce. Make sure the pasta is submerged in the sauce; add a little more chicken broth if necessary.
  8. Cover and cook on high for 15-20 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  9. Stir the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker.
  10. Mix well and serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Monitor the pasta closely during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to prevent it from becoming overcooked. You can add vegetables like spinach or roasted vegetables for extra nutrients. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.