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If you’re looking for a knockout dinner that the whole family will love, this crockpot parmesan garlic chicken pasta is the recipe to try. It’s so flavorful and satisfying, everyone will be licking their plates clean! It’s easy, cheesy, and packed with mouthwatering garlic flavor.
For more recipes that are easy and flavorful, try this crockpot Olive Garden chicken pasta, 3-packet chicken, crack chicken, or chicken and gravy!
Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta in the Slow Cooker
When I know I have a busy day ahead, I love having a crockpot dinner ready to go. Just add everything in, let it cook, and come home to a warm, hearty meal. I have tons of slow cooker recipes on the blog, and this crockpot parmesan garlic chicken pasta is one of my favorites. If you love easy, creamy dinners like this, you’ll also want to try my crockpot chicken spaghetti.
This recipe is creamy, cheesy, and so easy to make. Chicken cooks low and slow in parmesan garlic sauce, cream cheese, and Parmesan until it’s tender enough to shred. Toss it with cooked pasta, add a little parsley and red pepper flakes, and dinner is done. It’s cozy, flavorful, and totally picky-eater approved.
Ingredients You’ll Need
This easy-to-make dish features juicy chicken, velvety Parmesan garlic sauce, and a handful of other delightful ingredients, coming together for a truly mouthwatering meal. For another creamy crockpot meal, make my Crockpot Tuscan Chicken!
- Parmesan Garlic Sauce: This sauce is the bomb! It’s a yummy combo of Parmesan cheese and garlicky goodness that amps up the flavor of the chicken and pasta. It will make you want to lick your plate.
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: Juicy chicken breasts that soak in all that tasty sauce while they cook, making them super tender and delicious. Don’t have chicken breasts? Use chicken thighs instead.
- Cream Cheese: This creamy goodness takes the parmesan garlic chicken pasta to the next level, melting perfectly with the sauce and giving it that extra richness.
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: Cheesy goodness that brings the whole dish together. Don’t skimp! Also I recommend using freshly grated parmesan cheese if possible, it will melt better and taste better than the prepackaged stuff.
- Dry Pasta (Rotini): The pasta is the perfect partner in crime for the chicken and sauce, soaking up all the amazing flavors. I used corkscrew pasta here, but you can use any type of pasta that will hold the sauce. Penne is another great option that I go for!
- Parsley and Red Pepper Flakes: These little extras add a pop of color and some freshness. Sprinkle some red pepper flakes if you like it spicy, and parsley for a fancy touch.
How to Make Crockpot Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta
It’s so simple. Just whisk together your homemade parmesan garlic sauce, toss everything in the crockpot, and let it cook low and slow until the chicken is perfectly tender and juicy. Don’t have time to wait for the slow cooker? Make my Louisiana Chicken Pasta or my Garlic Bread Pasta instead.
- Prepare Crockpot: Spray the inside of the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
- Add Chicken Breasts: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Cover With Sauce: Then pour the entire bottle of parmesan garlic sauce over the chicken.
- Top With Cheese: Add the cream cheese and parmesan cheese on top of the chicken and sauce.
- Slow Cook: Cover with the lid and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred: Shred the chicken before serving and stir it to mix into the sauce.
- Cook Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the crockpot. Stir to combine and garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes. Enjoy!
Tips and Delicious Variations
As if this crockpot parmesan garlic chicken pasta wasn’t tasty enough, here are a few extra tips to get it just to your liking! I know your family will love it as much as mine does.
- Use Chicken Thighs Instead: Use boneless chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier and more tender result.
- Use Room Temperature Cream Cheese: To avoid the cream cheese from curdling, let it come to room temperature before adding it to the crockpot.
- Adjust the Consistency of the Sauce: Add a splash of chicken broth if you prefer a slightly thinner sauce.
- Creamy Twist: Mix in some homemade alfredo sauce for a creamy and indulgent alternative. Or follow my crockpot chicken alfredo recipe.
- Kick of Spice: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to bring some heat to the dish.
- Lemon Zest: Grate some fresh lemon zest over the pasta before serving to brighten up the flavors. You can also add a splash of fresh lemon juice to the sauce if you wish.
Storing Leftovers
The great thing about this dish is it makes great leftovers and reheats really well if you have extras. The perfect cheesy, hearty lunch that’s ready in a snap!
- In the Refrigerator: Place leftover parmesan garlic chicken pasta in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To Reheat: Reheat pasta in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute or until warmed through. If the pasta is too dry you can drizzle additional garlic parmesan sauce on the pasta before warming.
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Spray the inside of the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
Pour the entire bottle of parmesan garlic sauce over the chicken.
Add the cream cheese and parmesan cheese on top of the chicken and sauce.
Cover with the lid and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Shred the chicken before serving and stir it to mix into the sauce.
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
Add the cooked pasta to the crockpot. Stir to combine and garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes. Enjoy!
Calories: 1074kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 66gFat: 64gSaturated Fat: 37gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 302mgSodium: 919mgPotassium: 1094mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1990IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 239mgIron: 2mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.