Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta – Easy & Creamy Favorite
A rich and creamy pasta dish made effortlessly in the crockpot with tender chicken, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 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)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- Optional: chopped parsley or extra Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
1. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot. Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add the chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, and minced garlic over the chicken.
3. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
4. Shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks and stir to combine with the sauce.
5. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add the cooked pasta to the crockpot.
6. Pour in heavy cream or half-and-half, stirring everything together until the pasta is well coated and creamy.
7. Serve warm, topped with extra Parmesan or chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add vegetables like spinach or broccoli in the last hour of cooking.
Use different types of pasta according to your preference.
If you want a little spice, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.