Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
– 8 ounces penne pasta
– 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is simple when you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. Add the Broth: Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
3. Season: Sprinkle minced garlic, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt over the chicken.
4. Cook the Chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
6. Stir in Cream and Cheese: Add heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese to the crockpot. Stir until well combined.
7. Cook the Pasta: Add the uncooked penne pasta directly into the crockpot along with frozen peas (if desired). Stir to combine and cover.
8. Final Cooking: Allow the pasta to cook on high for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
9. Serve and Garnish: Once the pasta is cooked, stir well and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating an amazing meal that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 30g