🍗 Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta (Slow Cooker)
Description
A rich and comforting one-pot meal where tender chicken cooks slowly with pasta in a creamy garlic sauce loaded with herbs and bits of savory flavor. It’s creamy, hearty, and perfect for an easy family dinner.
Ingredients
Main:
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (bowtie/farfalle)
- 2 cups chicken broth
Creamy sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup cream cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Optional:
- ¼ cup cooked bacon bits
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Add base
- Place pasta in slow cooker
- Pour chicken broth over it
2. Add chicken
- Place chicken on top of pasta
- Season with salt & pepper
3. Make sauce
- Mix cream, cream cheese, garlic, parmesan, and seasoning
4. Assemble
- Pour sauce over chicken evenly
5. Cook
- Low: 4–5 hours
- High: 2.5–3 hours
- Chicken should be tender and pasta cooked
6. Finish
- Shred or leave chicken whole
- Stir everything gently
- Add bacon & parsley
Servings
- Serves: 4–5 people
Tips
- Don’t overcook pasta—it can get too soft
- Add extra broth if pasta absorbs too much
- Use chicken thighs for juicier texture
- Stir at the end, not during cooking
Nutritional Info (Approx per serving)
- Calories: ~500–600 kcal
- Protein: ~35g
- Carbs: ~40g
- Fat: ~25g
Benefits
- High protein meal 💪
- One-pot recipe (easy cleanup)
- Comfort food perfect for busy days
- Customizable with veggies
Q&A
Q: Can I use milk instead of cream?
A: Yes, but sauce will be less rich.
Q: Can I add vegetables?
A: Yes—broccoli, mushrooms, or spinach work great.
Q: Can I cook pasta separately?
A: Yes—for better texture, add cooked pasta at the end.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Yes—store in fridge up to 3 days.
Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Cream-based sauces don’t freeze perfectly but can be stored short-term.