Description
This Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Slow Cooker Delight is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts or thighs are slow-cooked in a rich Alfredo sauce made with heavy cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses, then combined with perfectly cooked pasta. Garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe offers a deliciously cheesy and satisfying meal with minimal hands-on time.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce Ingredients
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional, for richness)
Pasta and Cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta (uncooked)
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare and Season Chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of your slow cooker. Sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to infuse the meat with flavor.
- Add Sauces and Cheese: Pour the heavy cream or half-and-half over the seasoned chicken. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top. Add butter if you desire extra richness. Cover the slow cooker.
- Slow Cook the Chicken: Cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2½ to 3 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks to easily mix it with the sauce.
- Add Pasta and Mozzarella: Stir in the uncooked pasta and shredded mozzarella cheese. Cover again and cook on high for another 20 to 30 minutes, stirring once or twice to prevent the pasta from sticking to the pot.
- Finish and Adjust: When the pasta is tender, stir everything well. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of warm milk or chicken broth to loosen it up.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for freshness and color. Serve the cheesy chicken Alfredo warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- To reduce cooking time, use pre-cooked pasta and stir it in with the mozzarella cheese. Heat for only 5 to 10 minutes until warmed through.
- Add steamed broccoli or spinach during the final cooking stage for a nutrient boost and extra veggies.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta in place of regular pasta.
- Butter is optional but can add a richer flavor to the sauce if desired.
