Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A creamy, rich dish combining tender chicken, savory Parmesan cheese, and pasta, perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Protein
- 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are ideal for their tenderness and flavor.
Starch/Pasta
- 8 oz Pasta Any short pasta like penne or rotini pairs wonderfully.
Liquids/Dairy
- 1 cup Chicken Broth Use low-sodium broth for better control over saltiness.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a rich base for the sauce.
Aromatics & Vegetables
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced Freshly minced garlic adds a punch of flavor.
Cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Mix half into the dish for flavor.
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste.
- to taste Pepper
Optional Finishing Ingredients
- to taste Fresh Parsley Ideal for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Grease the crockpot lightly with cooking spray.
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Mince the garlic.
- Mince the parsley for garnish.
Cooking
- Place the diced chicken breasts into the crockpot, spreading them evenly.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring gently to combine.
- Mix in the minced garlic and half of the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- 30 minutes before serving, add pasta to the crockpot and stir.
Notes
You can customize this dish by mixing in steamed vegetables or using different types of pasta.