If you are looking for an easy-to-make meal that is guaranteed to impress your family and friends, this Crockpot chicken spaghetti is a must-try. The aroma of this dish is irresistible and will remind you of your favorite cozy Italian restaurant. The flavors are bold and comforting, with a perfect balance of creamy, tangy tomato sauce and savory chicken that will leave you wanting more.
Looking for a hearty and delicious meal that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti recipe! .
Not only is this the perfect comfort food, but it is also easy to make. The slow cooker does all the work of cooking the chicken and sauce - all you have to do is shred or dice the meat, add the cheese, and stir in the cooked pasta.
This makes this Crockpot chicken pasta a stress-free meal for casual entertaining or a delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- Chicken: I like to use boneless chicken breasts to make chicken pasta in the slow cooker, but you could use chicken thighs if you prefer.
- Italian Seasoning: If you don't have Italian seasoning on hand, use a blend of dried oregano, rosemary, and basil.
- Sea Salt: I use about a teaspoon per pound of chicken.
- Rotel Tomatoes: Be sure not to drain off any liquid before adding them to the slow cooker.
- Half and Half (or Heavy Cream): If you don't have half and half on hand, heavy cream works just as well. You could also use whole milk.
- Cheddar Cheese: I recommend sharp cheddar. You could also use mozzarella cheese, Colby jack cheese, or even Velveeta cheese.
- Parmesan: Use a block of parmesan that you grate yourself for the most flavor.
Step by Step
For the full recipe with measurements, see the recipe card at the end of the post.
Pro Tips
- For a low-carb slow cooker chicken spaghetti, omit the spaghetti noodle and use spaghetti squash instead. It is super easy to cook your squash with my Instant Pot spaghetti squash recipe.
- If you'd like to add more veggies to the dish, sauteed onions, mushrooms, or red bell pepper make lovely additions.
- Free free to add additional seasonings. Garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika are all great options.
- For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with sliced mushrooms or vegetables.
- For a spicier crockpot chicken spaghetti with rotel, add ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
Storage
Store leftovers of this crockpot chicken pasta recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Tools
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- Slow Cooker - Use a multi-cooker like the Ninja PossibleCooker or Instant Pot Dutch Oven or a CrockPot
Storage
Leftover chicken spaghetti can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
You can also store it in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to three months.
More Slow Cooker Recipes to Try
- For a delicious and versatile meaty main, don't miss this Slow Cooker Brisket.
- Crockpot Lasagna with Ricotta is an easier twist on a much-loved classic. Don't worry - there is no flavor sacrifice here!
- Make this Crockpot Meatloaf once, and the whole family will be hooked.
- Uplevel your weeknight meals with these Slow Cooker Short Ribs.
Creamy Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 10 ½ ounces Rotel tomatoes
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup half and half or heavy cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese diced
- 16 ounces spaghetti noodles
- 2 cup shredded cheddar
- ½ cup shredded parmesan
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the Rotel tomatoes, chicken broth and cream to your slow cooker and whisk to combine.
- Add the chicken. Scatter the cream cheese on top.
- Cover and cook over low heat for 3 to 4 hours.
- When the cooking time is up, remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred or dice. Stir the sauce well to make sure the cream cheese is fully incorporated. Stir in 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Return the chicken to the pot.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the spaghetti noodles according to package directions.
- Drain and add to the slow cooker.
- Top with the remaining cup of cheddar and the parmesan. Cover until the cheese melts.
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