Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that makes dinner steady and stressfree. This slow cooker favorite is perfect when you want something comforting without spending all evening in the kitchen. The combination of tender chicken, rich garlic parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta creates a dish that feels special but is truly effortless.

I made this for the first time on a hectic weeknight, and it quickly became a staple because it tastes like you spent hours but you really didn’t

Ingredients

• Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic Sauce: the star of the show which delivers bold cheesy garlic flavor
• Boneless skinless chicken breasts trimmed: choose fresh and good quality for best tenderness
• Salt and pepper: basic seasoning that makes all the flavors shine
• Milk: adds creaminess and helps loosen the sauce
• Cream cheese cut into cubes: melts into the sauce for extra richness and silkiness
• Grated parmesan cheese: sharp and nutty, it enhances the parmesan flavor
• Pasta such as rotini or penne cooked to package directions: choose sturdy pasta shapes that hold the sauce well

Instructions

Sear the chicken:

Season your chicken breasts with salt and pepper evenly on all sides. This simple seasoning is key to enhancing the natural flavor of the meat before it cooks in the sauce.

Add sauce and milk:

Pour the entire bottle of parmesan garlic sauce directly over the seasoned chicken in your crockpot. To get every last bit of sauce and add creaminess, pour the milk into the empty sauce bottle, shake well, and drizzle it over the chicken too.

Incorporate the cheeses:

Scatter the cream cheese cubes and grated parmesan cheese into the crockpot on top of the sauce. Gently stir to combine the layers, ensuring the chicken is well covered with the creamy mix.

Cook low and slow:

Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or on low for 3 to 4 hours. This slow process allows the chicken to become tender and soak up all those garlicky, cheesy flavors in the sauce.

Shred or dice the chicken:

Remove the chicken from the pot carefully and shred with two forks or cut into bite sized pieces if preferred. Return the chicken to the crockpot and stir well to combine with the sauce.

Prepare the pasta and combine:

Cook your pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain it thoroughly. Add the pasta into the crockpot and stir gently, making sure every pasta piece is coated in the luscious sauce.

It transforms simple chicken and pasta into a creamy, cheesy dish that reminds me of cozy family dinners when everyone gathered around the kitchen table ready for a warm meal after a busy day.

Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to four days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of milk if the sauce has thickened too much.

Ingredient Substitutions

If you do not have the bottled parmesan garlic sauce, you can mix mayonnaise with minced garlic and parmesan cheese as a quick substitute. Use cooked shredded rotisserie chicken as a shortcut to reduce cooking time.

Serving Suggestions

Pair this dish with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. A side of garlic bread or crusty French bread complements the creamy sauce perfectly.

This crockpot garlic parmesan chicken pasta is an easy, comforting weeknight dinner the whole family will love. It’s creamy, simple, and reliably delicious.

Your Recipe Questions Answered

→ Can I use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking from raw?

Yes, using cooked rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut. Simply shred the chicken and add it to the sauce, simmering to blend the flavors.

→ What type of pasta works best for this dish?

Short pasta shapes like rotini or penne work well as they hold the creamy sauce nicely.

→ Is it possible to prepare this dish on the stovetop?

Absolutely, you can cook the chicken and sauce on medium heat, then toss in cooked pasta. This method requires less time and delivers similar flavor.

→ How can I adjust the seasoning if I like it spicier?

Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce during cooking to increase the heat level.

→ What can I substitute for the Parmesan garlic sauce?

You can mix minced garlic with cream cheese and freshly grated Parmesan for a homemade version that captures similar flavors.