Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo
Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo is a creamy, comforting dish that transforms tender chicken into a flavorful meal with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings, this slow-cooked recipe envelops chicken in a rich alfredo sauce that pairs beautifully with pasta. Just throw the ingredients in your crock pot and let it work its magic while you relax. Your home will be filled with an irresistible aroma, making it feel like a warm hug on a plate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Total Time: 42 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or pasta of choice)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping as needed.
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, heavy cream, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, add uncooked pasta directly into the sauce and cover until cooked through.
- Shred the chicken into the sauce and stir in freshly grated Parmesan before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. - Swap out chicken for shrimp or use zucchini noodles for a lighter option. - To thicken the sauce, add extra Parmesan or a cornstarch slurry towards the end of cooking.