Yield: 4 servings
Crockpot Chicken Alfredo
Our easy Crockpot Chicken Alfredo is a simple dump-and-go dish the whole family will love. Great for busy weeknights, this rich and creamy chicken pasta dinner uses common pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, or thighs
- 1 cup chicken stock, or broth
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporate milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, more for serving
- 8 oz penne pasta, uncooked
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Instructions
- Add the chicken breast, chicken stock, evaporated milk, cream cheese, butter, garlic, salt and pepper to a 7 quart crockpot (or larger).
- Cook on low 6 to 7 hours, or high 3 to 4 hours. (Until the chicken is fully cooked and easily shredded.)
- 30 minutes before serving, shred the chicken using 2 forks in the crockpot. Add the parmesan cheese and pasta and give everything a good stir. Cover and cook on high for 25 to 30 minutes, until the pasta is al dente.
- Stir to combine one more time and then serve immediately. Top with more grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
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Notes
Store: Transfer cooled leftovers into an airtight container and store for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Reheat: We usually reheat individual portions in the microwave, stirring often, until warmed through. You may need to add a little milk or cream if the sauce has gotten too thick.
Pasta: If you don’t want to cook the pasta in the slow cooker, feel free to do so on the stovetop. However, you will need to thicken the sauce. Whisk together a slurry with 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 3 tablespoons water, and add it to the crockpot. Stir and cook for 10 minutes, until sauce is thickened.
Sauce: When you first remove the lid and shred the chicken, the sauce may look separated. Don’t let that worry you! Once you stir and add in the pasta and parmesan cheese everything will blend together perfectly.
Creamy Lemon Sauce: Squeeze in juice from half a lemon into the crockpot to create a creamy lemon alfredo chicken!
Add Veggies: Broccoli florets, green peas or mushrooms would all be great additions. We recommend steaming or roasting them separately and stirring them in right before serving. Add sun-dried tomatoes or garlic roasted tomatoes for a burst of color and even more fresh flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving, Calories: 832kcal, Carbohydrates: 59g, Protein: 46g, Fat: 45g, Saturated Fat: 25g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 12g, Trans Fat: 0.5g, Cholesterol: 197mg, Sodium: 1089mg, Potassium: 983mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 13g, Vitamin A: 1461IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 416mg, Iron: 2mg