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Creamy Crockpot Chicken Alfredo for Effortless Family Dinners

This Crockpot Chicken Alfredo transforms tender chicken and pasta into a creamy, comforting dish with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 570
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or shredded rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream or half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese or mascarpone for a richer flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or margarine.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves or minced garlic for convenience.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on dietary needs.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper or white pepper for a milder taste.
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Penne Pasta or any pasta shape, or gluten-free pasta.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated is recommended.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by gathering your ingredients for the Crockpot Chicken Alfredo. In your slow cooker, add the chicken breast, cubed cream cheese, unsalted butter, minced garlic, salt, ground black pepper, chicken broth, and heavy whipping cream. Evenly distribute the ingredients and cover the slow cooker with the lid.
  2. Set your slow cooker to the high setting and cook for 2-3 hours or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. The chicken should be tender and the sauce bubbling gently.
  3. Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Return the chicken back into the crockpot, stirring well to coat it with the creamy sauce.
  4. Add the uncooked penne pasta directly into the slow cooker, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce. Sprinkle in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and cover the slow cooker again. Cook on high for an additional 35-40 minutes until the pasta is tender.
  5. Once cooked, stir the mixture thoroughly to combine. Serve warm, topped with more Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy with a salad or breadsticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider searing the chicken before adding to the slow cooker for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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