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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Pasta for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings comfort with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Use frozen if needed, add an hour to cooking time.
  • 1 small Onion, diced Shallots can be used.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Adjust according to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 15 oz Alfredo Sauce Gluten-free versions available.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half if desired.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated Pecorino Romano can be used.
  • 1 ½ tsp Italian Seasoning Any dried herbs will work.
  • ½ tsp Paprika Optional.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Pasta and Veggies
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes, drained Fresh tomatoes can also be used.
  • 16 oz Rotini Pasta, uncooked Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • 1 ½ cups Fresh Baby Spinach Kale or arugula can be used.
  • Fresh Basil Leaves For garnishing.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Pot
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker with the diced onion and minced garlic.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the Alfredo sauce, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour over the chicken.
  3. Add the Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Sprinkle drained sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours.
  4. Shred the Chicken: Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and stir to mix.
  5. Cook the Pasta: In a pot, boil salted water and cook the rotini pasta until al dente. Drain.
  6. Combine Pasta and Spinach: Add cooked rotini to the slow cooker, stir in fresh spinach, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Stir everything together and garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Marinate chicken in Italian seasoning for extra flavor. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

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