📝 Description
A rich, creamy slow-cooker pasta loaded with tender chicken, garlic, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a luxurious parmesan cream sauce. This Tuscan-inspired dish is comforting, flavorful, and perfect for easy dinners.
🛒 Ingredients
🍗 Chicken
2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt & black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
🍝 Pasta & Base
2 cups pasta (penne or fettuccine)
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream 🥛
1/2 cup cream cheese
1 cup grated parmesan 🧀
🌿 Flavor Add-ins
3 garlic cloves (minced) 🧄
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
2 cups fresh spinach 🥬
1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Sear Chicken (Optional but 🔥)
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Sear in a pan with olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side.
2️⃣ Load the Crockpot
Add chicken, broth, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, cream, and cream cheese.
Cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours.
3️⃣ Shred Chicken
Remove chicken, shred, and return to crockpot.
4️⃣ Add Pasta & Spinach
Add pasta and stir well.
Cook an additional 20–30 minutes until pasta is tender.
Stir in spinach until wilted.
5️⃣ Finish
Mix in parmesan cheese until creamy and smooth 🧀
Adjust seasoning and serve hot 😍
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 3–5 hours
Total: Easy slow cooker meal 💯
🔥 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
Calories: 680 kcal
Protein: 45g 💪
Carbs: 48g
Fat: 36g
