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The Ultimate Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Pasta

The Ultimate Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Pasta
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The Ultimate Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Pasta is a creamy, cheesy comfort dish that’s effortless to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender chicken, melty cheeses, and pasta cooked right in the crockpot, this recipe delivers rich flavors and soul-warming comfort with minimal prep and cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein

  • 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs

Pasta

  • 12 oz uncooked penne or rotini pasta

Cheeses

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

Liquids & Broth

  • 3 cups chicken broth

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the crockpot. Season lightly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to infuse the chicken with savory flavor as it cooks.
  2. Add the Pasta and Liquids: Evenly pour the uncooked pasta over the chicken. Then add the chicken broth, which will cook the pasta directly in the crockpot ensuring it stays tender and sauced without sticking.
  3. Incorporate the Cream Cheese and Seasonings: Dot softened cream cheese across the pasta and sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly over everything to add creamy texture and balanced herbal notes.
  4. Slow Cook on Low: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until the chicken is tender and pasta is fully cooked. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain consistent heat.
  5. Shred Chicken and Add Cheeses: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot. Then stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and evenly mixed for ultimate cheesiness.
  6. Final Touches and Serve: Stir everything well, taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed, then serve hot. The creamy, cheesy sauce will cling beautifully to the pasta for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • Use low and slow cooking for tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta.
  • Do not skip the cream cheese to ensure a smooth, creamy sauce without separation.
  • Shred the chicken in the pot to save dishes and mix flavors better.
  • Check the pasta doneness around 3 hours, as crockpot models may vary.
  • Add cheeses at the end to keep them gooey rather than grainy.

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