Crockpot garlic parmesan chicken pasta is a warm and comforting dish filled with creamy sauce, savory chicken, and long pasta. It’s the perfect slow-cooking dish for cold nights or weekend days. Don’t miss this bold and cheesy crock pot parmesan garlic chicken!
This dish is easy to prepare with minimal hands-on time, making it the perfect time-saving weeknight meal. Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together while the chicken becomes tender and juicy, absorbing the delicious garlic-infused sauce.
Chicken garlic parmesan pasta is also versatile, allowing for customization with various herbs, vegetables, and spices. It’s family-friendly, a definite crowd-pleaser for gatherings, and excellent for leftovers for the next day.
We love serving this crockpot chicken pasta with side dishes like Brussel sprouts with maple glaze, baked oven sweet potatoes, or oven-baked sourdough bread overnight rise.
With tender shredded chicken, a creamy garlic parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, this slow cooker garlic parmesan chicken pasta is a comforting and flavorful meal the whole family will love. Just toss everything in the crock pot, let it simmer, and enjoy a restaurant-quality dish with minimal effort!
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Why We Love This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
- 5-ingredient recipe.
Not only is this pasta dish delicious, but it’s also super easy to make with only five ingredients! - Perfect slow cooker dish.
Put the ingredients for this chicken garlic parmesan pasta in the crockpot and let it simmer low and steady while you spend your evening doing other things. - Kids love it!
This rich and savory dish is perfect for kids. They love the creamy sauce and flavorful chicken. It’s a can’t-miss dish!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Chicken: skinless, boneless chicken breasts are best for this recipe.
- Parmesan garlic sauce: This sauce is available at your local grocery store. The most popular brands are Buffalo Wild Wings, Sweet Baby Ray’s, and Kinder’s. You could also try our bechamel cheese.
- Cream cheese: we don’t recommend low-fat cream cheese with this recipe as it’s more likely to break down during cooking.
- Parmesan cheese: you can buy this pre-grated or grate it from a block yourself.
- Fettuccine pasta: cook the pasta according to the directions on the box.
Recipe Variations
- Spicy kick – Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Loaded veggies – Stir in broccoli, bell peppers, or spinach for extra nutrients and color.
- Cheesy upgrade – Mix in mozzarella cheese before serving for an extra creamy, melty texture.
- Lighter option – Use low-fat cream cheese and whole wheat pasta for a healthier twist.
- Bacon lover’s version – Top with crispy bacon bits for a smoky, savory crunch.
- Gluten-free option – Swap regular pasta for gluten-free penne pasta to make this dish gluten-free without sacrificing flavor.
- Different chicken cuts – Instead of chicken breasts, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for extra tenderness and richer flavor.
- Homemade sauce alternative – If you don’t want to use a bottle sauce, make your own by mixing heavy cream, parmesan cheese, garlic, and Italian seasoning for a fresh, homemade touch.
- Extra flavor boost – Add onion powder to the sauce mixture for deeper, savory notes.
- Pasta choices – While penne pasta is a classic choice, you can also use fettuccine, rigatoni, or bowtie pasta to change up the texture.
Equipment Used in Our Recipe
- Crockpot (Slow Cooker)
- Digital instant read thermometer
- Whisk
How to Make Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
- Toss the ingredients in the crockpot.
This recipe is super easy to get started! Just toss the ingredients in the crockpot, set it on low, and let it cook.
- Let the chicken rest to make it juicier.
Tent the chicken with aluminum foil for 10 minutes after removing it from the crockpot. This keeps it juicy.
We prefer using the entire bottle of parmesan garlic sauce to make it more rich and creamy.
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- Coat the pasta with the sauce.
Let’s get saucy! Toss the pasta in the sauce in the slow cooker to make it smooth and glossy. Then, serve it with the chicken. Add salt and pepper to taste.
🎯 TFN Pro Tip
Cook this recipe on low in the slow cooker. Chicken breasts are low in fat and can dry out quickly when slow cooking. Using a lower temperature helps your chicken stay moist and juicy.
Serving Suggestions
This Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta pairs beautifully with a variety of sides and drinks! Serve it with a crisp green salad tossed in a light vinaigrette to balance the rich, creamy flavors. Warm garlic bread makes the perfect accompaniment for soaking up every last drop of the garlic parmesan sauce. For a heartier meal, pair it with roasted bell peppers, steamed broccoli, or sautéed mushrooms. A glass of white wine, iced tea, or lemon-infused water complements the creamy sauce perfectly. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan cheese for a restaurant-style finish!
Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe FAQs
Yes, this is a great dish to freeze and save for later. Remember to label and date the container to use it within 3 months.
We love using fettuccine, but you can use any pasta you like best – long or short. This is a very versatile dish!
If the dish seems mushy, it’s possible the pasta was overcooked. Be sure to cook it until it’s al dente (see the packing for proper cooking times) before tossing it with the chicken and sauce.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
When you’re ready for another bowl of this tasty dish, put some in a bowl, cover, and heat in the microwave in 30-second increments until it’s warmed all the way through.
Yes! You can use frozen chicken, but increase the cooking time by 1-2 hours to ensure it’s fully cooked.
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Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Digital instant read thermometer
- Aluminum foil
- whisk
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounce bottle Parmesan garlic sauce
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese cut into 8 cubes
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 16 ounces fettuccine pasta cooked and drained
- ½ cup reserved pasta water (from cooking the pasta)
Instructions
- Line the inside of your pot with a slow cooker liner or spray the bottom inside with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the prepared pot in a single layer (if possible).
- Pour the parmesan garlic sauce over the chicken, topping with cream cheese cubes and parmesan cheese.
- Cover with the lid and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 2 hours. Check the temperature of the chicken breasts to ensure they are at least 165ºF.
- Remove the chicken from the slow cooker to a serving platter and tent with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Add reserved pasta water to the sauce and whisk until the sauce looks glossy and smooth. Remove and set aside one cup of sauce.
- Stir the fettuccine into the sauce until covered with sauce.
- Slice the chicken and drizzle the reserved sauce over the chicken.
Notes
When you’re ready for another bowl of this tasty dish, put some in a bowl, cover, and heat in the microwave in 30-second increments until it’s warmed all the way through.
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Sherry says
A common problem with “crock pot” recipes – what side “slow cooker” do you use?
Renae says
I’m not sure what you mean by a “common problem” with slow cooker recipes, but this recipe was tested using both 5 quart and 7 quart sized slow cookers.
LOIS E. LAPAN says
Who makes bottled Garlic Parmesan sauce??? Have never seen it in the stores.
Gianne - TFN Team Member says
Here it is: https://amzn.to/48s6Cis
But you can also make homemade sauce.