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Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe

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  • Author: Hannah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked with cream cheese, garlic, parmesan, and a savory garlic parmesan sauce before being shredded and combined with al dente rotini pasta and a splash of heavy cream. The result is a rich, comforting pasta dish bursting with cheesy garlic goodness, garnished with fresh parsley for a bright finish.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Pasta

  • 1 lb rotini pasta, uncooked

Dairy & Sauces

  • 8 oz cream cheese, cut into eight pieces
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 12 oz garlic parmesan sauce (e.g., Buffalo Wild Wings garlic parmesan sauce)
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Seasoning

  • 3 tsp garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker ensuring they are evenly spread for uniform cooking.
  2. Add Cheeses and Garlic: Top the chicken with the cream cheese pieces, minced garlic, and finely grated parmesan cheese, spreading them evenly.
  3. Pour Sauce: Pour the 12 oz garlic parmesan sauce evenly over the top of all ingredients in the slow cooker.
  4. Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on high for 2½ to 3½ hours or on low for 4½ to 5½ hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Shred the Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks.
  6. Combine Shredded Chicken and Cream: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and add the heavy cream, stirring well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  7. Cook Pasta: While the chicken mixture is finishing, cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well.
  8. Mix Pasta and Chicken Sauce: Add the drained pasta into the slow cooker and stir thoroughly to coat the pasta with the creamy garlic parmesan sauce.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the finished dish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smoother melting.
  • Cook the pasta al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy when mixed with the sauce.
  • Enhance the dish by stirring in sun-dried tomatoes or crumbled bacon for extra flavor and texture.
  • Always use fresh or fully thawed chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and food safety—never use frozen chicken in the Crock Pot.
  • If you have leftover rotisserie chicken, you can substitute it for the fresh chicken breasts to save time.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or basil for a burst of color and freshness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
  • Calories: 580 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 42 g
  • Cholesterol: 140 mg

Find it online: https://cookesrecipes.com/crock-pot-garlic-parmesan-chicken-pasta-recipe/