Description
Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a comforting and hearty slow cooker recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich parmesan garlic sauce, combined with creamy cheeses and pasta for an effortless and delicious dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Chicken and Sauce
- 1 (12 oz) bottle Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic Sauce
- 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, cut into cubes
- ¼ cup grated or shredded parmesan cheese
Pasta
- 12 to 16 oz pasta, such as rotini or penne, cooked according to package directions
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle the boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to enhance their flavor before cooking.
- Prepare the crockpot: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot or slow cooker to form an even layer.
- Add the sauce: Pour the entire 12 oz bottle of Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic Sauce over the chicken in the crockpot.
- Mix milk with remaining sauce: Add 1 cup of milk to the empty sauce bottle, shake well to mix any residual sauce, then pour the milk and sauce mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Add cheeses: Place 8 oz of cubed cream cheese and ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese into the crockpot, stirring gently to combine so the chicken is coated and covered with sauce.
- Cook the chicken: Cover and cook on high heat for 2 to 3 hours, or on low heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the cooked chicken breasts onto a plate or cutting board, then shred using two forks or cut into bite-sized pieces. Return the chicken to the crockpot.
- Prepare the pasta: Cook the pasta (rotini or penne) according to package instructions until al dente, then drain well to remove excess water.
- Combine and serve: Add the cooked pasta to the crockpot and stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients and allow the pasta to absorb the flavorful sauce. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use rotini or penne pasta for the best sauce absorption and texture.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your slow cooker model.
- For a creamier sauce, make sure the cream cheese is cut into small cubes to melt evenly.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Feel free to add steamed vegetables like broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
