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Slow Cooker Italian Chicken Alfredo Pasta

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes (high)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta brings all the cozy, creamy comfort of your favorite restaurant dish right to your kitchen. Juicy chicken simmers low and slow in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce, tossed with penne and fresh spinach for a rich, flavorful pasta the whole family will love. Minimal prep, maximum flavor this one’s a keeper!

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet Italian dressing seasoning mix
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and sprinkle Italian dressing seasoning evenly over them.
  2. Pour in chicken broth and cream of chicken soup. Add cubed cream cheese on top.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  4. Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.
  5. Add Parmesan cheese and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
  6. Meanwhile, cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  7. Stir the cooked pasta and chopped spinach into the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Cover and let sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and spinach to soften.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try using garlic Parmesan or zesty Italian dressing seasoning.
  • Substitute rotini or rigatoni if you don’t have penne on hand.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6–7 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 generous portion
  • Calories: 620 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 980 mg
  • Fat: 38 g
  • Saturated Fat: 21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Cholesterol: 165 mg

Keywords: slow cooker chicken pasta, Olive Garden pasta, creamy chicken pasta, crockpot dinner

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