Description
This Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful one-pot meal perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a rich parmesan garlic sauce with cream cheese are shredded and mixed with cooked pasta, creating a comforting and satisfying dish with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce and Cheese
- 12 ounces Parmesan garlic sauce
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Protein
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
Pasta and Garnishes
- 10 ounces dry pasta, cooked and drained
- Parsley, for garnish
- Red pepper flakes, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the crockpot: Spray the inside of the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Layer the chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the crockpot for even cooking.
- Add sauce: Pour the entire 12 ounces of Parmesan garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Add cheeses: Distribute the cream cheese pieces and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top of the chicken and sauce.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred chicken: Remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir well to combine with the sauce.
- Prepare pasta: Cook the dry pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain well.
- Combine and garnish: Add the cooked pasta to the crockpot and stir gently to mix everything together. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes before serving.
Notes
- Use any pasta shape you prefer; penne or rotini work well to hold the sauce.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream cheese with low-fat cream cheese.
- If you prefer more spice, add extra red pepper flakes.
- The dish can be kept warm in the crockpot on the ‘warm’ setting for up to an hour.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
