Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo – Spend With Pennies

Set it and forget it—Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo is a mid-week dinner winner.

Seasoned chicken breasts are slow-cooked in an easy, homemade Alfredo sauce with loads of pasta and parmesan cheese.

Ingredients for Crock Pot Alfredo

Chicken: I love that the chicken goes in raw so there is no need to precook. Use boneless, skinless breasts about 5 to 6oz each. If they’re larger, cut them in half. Chicken thighs also work in this recipe.

Pasta: Use your favorite noodles; I love medium-sized pasta, so the sauce can cling. Penne, fettuccine, bowtie, ziti, or larger shells are great options.

Sauce: The sauce isn’t a traditional Alfredo sauce, but it is designed to stand up in the slow cooker. Use a block of cream cheese and half and half for a creamy texture, and add chicken broth for flavor and to help cook the pasta.

Seasonings: Basic seasonings like garlic and onion powder add savory flavor to this crockpot Alfredo recipe.

Variations

• Add your favorite veggies with the pasta in Step 5—sliced mushrooms, broccoli florets, asparagus, or green peas are great.
• If adding fresh spinach or diced tomatoes, add them just before serving as they only need a few minutes.
• Switch up the flavor vibe and make a Cajun chicken Alfredo using homemade Cajun seasoning or add Italian seasoning or your favorite herbs.

How to Make Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo

1. Place seasoned chicken on the bottom of a crock pot.
2. Top with cubes of cream cheese, half and half, and broth and cook (recipe below).
3. Transfer chicken to a bowl and whisk sauce. Add pasta and cook until tender.
4. Shred chicken and return to crock pot with cheese, butter, and nutmeg.

Holly’s Pro Tips

• Chicken breasts can range in size from 5oz to 10oz. If they’re really large, cut them in half before adding them to the slow cooker.
• Slow cookers can vary so check the chicken early to ensure it doesn’t overcook.
• Once you add the pasta, stir it right away so it doesn’t stick together.
• Herbs like fresh parsley or basil are a delicious garnish along with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
• Crockpot liners will save on cleanup time.

Storing and Reheating Chicken Alfredo

Keep leftover crock pot chicken Alfredo in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave with a little milk mixed in to loosen the sauce. Freeze without the pasta in zippered bags for up to a month. Thaw and reheat and serve over fresh pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

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Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo

Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo combines tender chicken, cream cheese, and penne pasta in a rich, creamy sauce.

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

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• Place the chicken in the bottom of a 6qt slow cooker. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.

• Top with the cubes of cream cheese. In a small bowl, combine cream and broth and pour over the chicken.

• Cook on high for 2 hours or on low for 3 to 4 hours or until chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

• Transfer the chicken to a bowl and cover to keep warm. Optional: Use a hand blender to mix the liquid remaining in the slow cooker for a smoother sauce.

• Add the penne to the slow cooker, cover, and cook until tender, about 20 to 25 minutes more.

• While the penne is cooking, use two forks to shred the chicken. Add the chicken, along with any juices, parmesan cheese, butter, and nutmeg to the slow cooker.

• Stir to combine, taste, and season with additional salt and pepper.

*Cook the pasta just until softened (al dente), as it will continue to cook while it rests.
To thicken the sauce further, let it rest uncovered for a few minutes. To thin the sauce, add additional broth or water if needed.

Calories: 666 | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 158mg | Sodium: 788mg | Potassium: 741mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1010IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 297mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Chicken, Dinner, Entree, Main Course, Slow Cooker

Cuisine American

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