Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo (Print)

Creamy, tender chicken Alfredo made in the slow cooker with rich parmesan sauce and perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta.

# Ingredient List:

→ Meats

01 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 2 cups heavy cream
05 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
07 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter

→ Pasta

08 - 12 oz fettuccine pasta, uncooked

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 ½ tsp salt
10 - ½ tsp black pepper
11 - ½ tsp dried Italian herbs
12 - ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

→ Liquids

13 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season evenly with salt, black pepper, and dried Italian herbs.
02 - Scatter the chopped onion and minced garlic over the seasoned chicken.
03 - Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Distribute the cream cheese cubes and butter evenly across the top.
04 - Cover and cook on low setting for 4 hours, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is tender.
05 - Transfer cooked chicken breasts to a cutting board. Shred using two forks, then return the meat to the slow cooker.
06 - Stir in the uncooked fettuccine, submerging the noodles as completely as possible in the liquid.
07 - Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the mixture and stir thoroughly to combine.
08 - Cover and cook on high heat for 25-35 minutes, stirring once or twice during cooking, until pasta is al dente and sauce has thickened to a creamy consistency.
09 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The sauce practically makes itself while you tackle everything else on your to do list
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully for lunch the next day
  • The creamy richness tastes like you spent all day stirring at the stove
02 -
  • The pasta will continue absorbing liquid even after you turn off the slow cooker, so do not worry if the sauce seems slightly thin when the noodles are done
  • Stirring during the final cooking phase prevents the pasta from clumping together and ensures even cooking
03 -
  • Searing the chicken in a hot skillet for 2 to 3 minutes per side before adding it to the slow cooker adds incredible depth of flavor
  • Grate your own Parmesan because pre shredded cheese contains anti caking agents that prevent smooth melting

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