Description
A creamy and savory Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that transports you back to warm family moments, creating a delightful centerpiece for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite)
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- Optional: chopped parsley or extra Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker; sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the chicken broth over the chicken, then add the grated Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, and minced garlic.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken becomes tender and easily shreds apart.
- Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken right in the pot, incorporating it into the creamy sauce.
- In a separate pot, cook your pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Pour the pasta into the slow cooker, add heavy cream, and stir until everything is well combined and coated in the sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley or extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize this dish with your favorite vegetables or protein alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240-300 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg