Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Add minced garlic.
- Add Liquids & Butter: Pour chicken broth over the chicken. Cut butter into small pieces and place on top. Add cubed cream cheese.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred Chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
- Add Parmesan & Heavy Cream: Stir in grated parmesan cheese and heavy cream until the sauce becomes creamy. Let sit for 10 minutes on low.
- Cook Pasta Separately: Boil pasta according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
- Combine Pasta & Sauce: Stir the drained pasta into the crockpot and mix well. Let sit for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with extra parmesan and fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier kick: Add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes.
- For extra veggies: Mix in spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes.
- For storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 Hours
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: n/a
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: n/a
- Trans Fat: n/a
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: n/a
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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