Description
Make hosting a breeze with this incredibly flavorful and easy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta. Tender chicken thighs in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce, tossed with your favorite pasta. Perfect for weeknights or dinner parties!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4–6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 (8 ounce) block cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1 pound pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne work well)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a touch of heat
Instructions
- 1. Pat chicken thighs dry.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown (optional).
- 3. Add chopped onion to the skillet (or slow cooker) and sauté until softened.
- 4. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5. Place chicken in a 6-quart slow cooker. Scatter sautéed onion and garlic mixture over the chicken.
- 6. In a medium bowl, whisk together condensed cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, and chicken broth until smooth.
- 7. Pour cream soup mixture over chicken and onions. Season with pepper and salt (use salt sparingly).
- 8. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- 9. About 30-45 minutes before serving, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving pasta water.
- 10. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred with two forks. Stir shredded chicken back into the sauce.
- 11. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
- 12. Add drained pasta to the slow cooker and toss gently to coat.
- 13. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of liquid if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g