Slow-Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A creamy, garlicky pasta dish with tender chicken, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 to 1½ pounds total)
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your favorite shape)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated if possible)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place them in the slow cooker.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the top and spread the minced garlic around the chicken.
- Pour the heavy cream over the chicken, then sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly on top. Do not stir.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Shred the cooked chicken directly in the slow cooker with two forks.
- Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Toss the hot pasta with the chicken and sauce until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter texture, substitute some heavy cream with milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/garlic-parmesan-chicken-pasta/