Description
Embrace the cozy and indulgent experience of Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta, a delightful medley of creamy and savory flavors simmered to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Step: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and sprinkle the Italian dressing seasoning evenly over them.
- Step: Pour the chicken broth and cream of chicken soup over the chicken, making sure it’s fully coated. Add the cubed cream cheese on top of the mixture.
- Step: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken becomes tender and easy to shred.
- Step: Shred the cooked chicken directly in the slow cooker, stirring it into the creamy mixture until well combined.
- Step: Add the grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce becomes smooth and velvety.
- Step: While the chicken mixture cooks, prepare the penne pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step: Stir the cooked pasta and chopped spinach into the slow cooker, ensuring everything is well mixed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Step: Cover and let the dish sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the spinach to soften and flavors to meld together.
- Step: Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is fully cubed for even melting. Experiment with different pasta shapes for fun variations. For a thicker sauce, add a teaspoon of cornstarch mixed in water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
Keywords: slow cooker, creamy pasta, Olive Garden chicken, easy dinner