Slow Cooker Italian Parmesan Chicken and Pasta
A comforting and easy dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy Parmesan sauce served over pasta, perfect for busy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 255 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups of pasta (e.g., penne or fettuccine)
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together the chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Once the chicken is cooked, shred it directly in the slow cooker and stir to blend with the sauce.
- Serve the Parmesan chicken over the cooked pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley if you like.
Notes
Substitutions available: Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Fresh Parmesan enhances flavor. Optional vegetables like spinach or broccoli can be added.