Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A creamy, cheesy, and flavorful one-pot pasta dish made in the crockpot with tender chicken and rich garlic Parmesan sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed and softened
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite)
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- Optional: chopped parsley or extra Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot. Sprinkle them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken, then add Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, and minced garlic.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks, and stir to combine with the sauce.
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and then add the cooked pasta to the crockpot.
- Pour in the heavy cream or half-and-half, then stir everything together until the pasta is well coated and creamy.
- Serve warm and top with extra Parmesan or chopped parsley if you’d like!
Notes
For a healthier twist, substitute whole grain or gluten-free pasta, and consider adding vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.