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Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

A delicious and easy slow-cooked chicken pasta dish with creamy garlic and parmesan sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 package cream cheese (8 oz), cubed and softened
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite)
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • Optional: chopped parsley or extra Parmesan for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
  2. Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt evenly over the chicken.
  3. Pour the chicken broth over the seasoned chicken, then add the grated Parmesan, cubed cream cheese, and minced garlic.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  2. Once cooked, shred the chicken right in the crockpot.
  3. While the chicken is cooking, boil the pasta according to package directions, then drain.
  4. Add the drained pasta to the crockpot with the shredded chicken and creamy sauce, and pour in the heavy cream.
  5. Mix everything together well to coat the pasta with the sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, topped with extra Parmesan cheese or chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread. For storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Microwave leftovers with a splash of chicken broth or cream to retain moisture.

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