Description

A rich and creamy Cheesy Chicken Alfredo made effortlessly in the slow cooker. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a savory broth and seasoned with garlic, onion, and Italian herbs. Pasta is added directly to the slow cooker along with a blend of heavy cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cream cheese, creating a luscious, cheesy sauce that coats every bite. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe yields a comforting and indulgent one-pot meal garnished with fresh parsley.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasonings

1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Pasta and Cheese Sauce

12 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta (uncooked)
2 cups heavy cream
1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Garnish

Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and add the chicken broth along with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours, until the chicken is completely cooked and tender.
Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker to keep warm and combine flavors.
Add Pasta and Cheese Mixture: Stir the uncooked pasta into the slow cooker. Then add the heavy cream, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan, cubed cream cheese, and unsalted butter. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
Cook Pasta and Melt Cheese: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for an additional 30 to 45 minutes. Stir once or twice during this time to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom and to facilitate even cooking. Cook until the pasta is tender and the cheese has fully melted into a creamy sauce.
Serve: Spoon the cheesy chicken Alfredo into bowls or plates. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm for a delicious, comforting meal.

Notes

For a quicker version, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken instead of cooking raw chicken breasts.
Adding steamed broccoli or spinach at the end of cooking adds extra vegetables and boosts the nutritional profile.
Stir the pasta occasionally in the final cooking stage to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.