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Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

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This Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food—tender chicken, creamy garlic parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, all made effortlessly in your slow cooker. It’s a family-friendly, set-and-forget dinner that’s rich, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 5–6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 12 oz rotini or penne pasta, uncooked
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Place seasoned chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart (or larger) slow cooker. Scatter minced garlic over the top and pour in chicken broth.
  3. Dot cubed cream cheese over the chicken and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. If using, pour in heavy cream.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours, until chicken is very tender.
  5. Remove chicken to a plate and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  6. Stir or whisk the sauce in the slow cooker until smooth and well combined.
  7. Meanwhile, cook pasta in a pot of salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain well.
  8. Add cooked pasta to the slow cooker and stir until evenly coated with sauce.
  9. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of warm broth or milk. If too thin, let sit with the lid off for 10 minutes.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with extra parmesan and chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated parmesan and full-fat cream cheese. Cook pasta separately to avoid mushiness. Add veggies like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition. To make gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta. For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free cream cheese and parmesan, and substitute heavy cream with unsweetened almond or oat milk. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days or can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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