🍗🧀 Crockpot Chicken and Cheese Pasta
A creamy, cheesy slow-cooker pasta that’s rich, comforting, and super easy—just dump, cook, and mix.
đź›’ Ingredients
- 2–3 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 cups pasta (penne, rotini, or macaroni)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese (optional but makes it extra creamy)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Optional: chili flakes, spinach, or cooked bacon
👩‍🍳 Instructions
1. Add chicken base
Place chicken in the crockpot and add:
- soup
- broth
- seasonings
2. Slow cook
- Low: 5–6 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
Until chicken is tender and easy to shred.
3. Shred chicken
Remove chicken, shred it, then return it to the pot.
4. Add pasta
Stir in uncooked pasta:
- Cook on high for 20–30 minutes
- Stir occasionally so it doesn’t stick
5. Add cheese
Mix in:
- cheddar cheese
- cream cheese (if using)
Stir until melted and creamy.
🍽️ Result
Creamy, cheesy, tender pasta with juicy chicken—similar to a slow-cooked mac and cheese + chicken casserole.
đź“Š Approx Nutrition (per serving, 6 servings)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~400–550 kcal |
| Protein | ~30–40 g |
| Carbs | ~35–45 g |
| Fat | ~15–25 g |
🔥 Tips for Best Results
- Don’t overcook pasta (it can turn mushy)
- Add spinach at the end for freshness
- Use sharp cheddar for stronger flavor
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk before serving
đź’ˇ Variations
- 🌶 Spicy version: add jalapeños or chili flakes
- 🥓 Bacon version: stir in cooked bacon bits
- 🥦 Healthy version: add broccoli or replace cream cheese with Greek yogurt
If you want, I can make a low-calorie version under 350 calories or a high-protein gym meal version with macros optimized.