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    Home » Appliance » Slow Cooker Recipes

    Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Cream Cheese

    5 from 2 votes
    Posted March 7, 2023 by Wendy Polisi

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    When you are in the mood for a comforting pasta dinner that doesn’t require a lot of effort, slow cooker chicken alfredo pasta is perfect!   This simple but flavorful recipe will have your family begging for seconds.  The entire dish is cooked right in your CrockPot, making it the perfect weeknight meal. Give this recipe a try - it is sure to become a family favorite.

    A rustic white and tan bowl with slow cooker chicken alfredo garnished with parsley.

    When it comes to prepping an easy family meal without a lot of fuss, my slow cooker is a kitchen superstar.

    From comforting mains like Crockpot chicken pot pie and crockpot ravioli lasagna to simple sides like slow cooker rice, crockpot mashed potatoes, and slow cooker sweet potatoes, my trusty slow cooker comes through for me time and again.

    When I need need a bowl of comfort, this crockpot chicken alfredo always hits the spot.

    Follow along, and I’ll teach you how to make a delicious bowl of creamy pasta goodness.

    Ingredients Needed

    Overhead photo of chicken broth, cream, chicken, butter, cream cheese, parmesan, fettuccine noodles, and seasonings.
    • Chicken: Boneless chicken breast in my preference for making chicken alfredo in the Crockpot, but boneless skinless chicken thighs would work well too.
    • Cream: Make sure that you use heavy cream, and not milk or half and half. In my experience, low-fat dairy does not hold up well in the slow cooker.
    • Broth: I like to use homemade chicken broth, but any kind you have in your pantry or freezer will work.
    • Cream Cheese: Use full fat cream cheese for this recipe for the best results. The cream cheese is a non-traditional alfredo ingredients, and used to make sure the sauce is rich, creamy, and doesn't separate when cooked in the slow cooker.
    • Butter: Use unsalted butter so that you can adjust the saltiness of the sauce of my crockpot alfredo..
    • Seasonings: I use garlic powder, Italian seasoning, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to season the sauce.  Onion powder and cajun seasoning are also nice additions.
    • Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated parmesan cheese is a must for this recipe. Pre-grated cheese will not melt properly in the slow cooker.
    • Pasta: I love fettuccine noodles in this recipe, but you could play with other types of pasta if you prefer. Make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.

    Step by Step

    For the full recipe with measurements, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

    Chicken in a cream sauce in a slow cooker.
    First, place the chicken, heavy cream, and chicken broth in your slow cooker.
    Chicken, broth, cream, buter, cream cheese, and seasonings in a slow cooker.
    Add the cream cheese, butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
    Chicken that has cooked in a creamy sauce in a slow cooker.
    Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours.
    Chicken being cut o a cutting board next to a slow cooker with creamy sauce.
    Once the cooking time has elapsed and the chicken is cooked through and tender, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with forks or cube it.
    Close up photo of a creamy sauce being whisked in a slow cooker.
    Next, whisk the parmesan cheese into the sauce in the slow cooker.
    A creamy sauce that has come together in a slow cooker with a whisk.
    Whisk until the sauce comes together.
    Raw pasta that has just been added to a creamy sauce in a slow cooker.
    Then place the noodles in your slow cooker and make sure they are submerged in the liquid.
    Chicken on top of a creamy sauce and pasta in a slow cooker.
    Add the chicken back in and cook on high for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Test for doneness after 30 minutes and cook another 15 to 30 minutes if needed.

    Tips & Tricks

    • Make sure you stir the pasta several times as it cooks to make sure that the noodles don't stick together. The rest of this recipe can be hands off, but this is a must. (Just remember, don't leave the lid off your slow cooker for too long or it can greatly impact the cooking time!)
    • Use fresh parmesan cheese instead of pre-shredded to make sure the cheese melts and incorporates into the sauce properly.
    • If you'd like a slightly thicker sauce, simply add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons of cold water to your slow cooker before adding the noodles. Stir until incorporated. (Just remember that the noodles need something to cook in, and the sauce will thicken up quite a bit!)
    • Add sauteed mushrooms, spinach, broccoli floretsi, kale, carrots or baby peas to mix things up.  Chopped bacon is also a nice addition to slow cooker alfredo.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve this recipe with a simple green salad and bread machine dinner rolls or focaccia bread.

    Overhead photo of chicken alfredo in a slow cooker.

    Frequently Asked Questions 

    Is heavy cream or milk better for Alfredo?

    Heavy cream is the best choice for Alfredo sauce, as it has a high fat content which helps thicken the sauce and make it creamy.

    Milk or half and half can be used instead, but the texture will be thinner and less rich.

    In the slow cooker, heavy cream does much better at creating a thick sauce that stays together.

    Is it better to cook chicken breasts on low or high in slow cooker? 

    Either work fine, as long as you have enough liquid and don't overcook.

    Always make sure to check for doneness before serving. Chicken is done when it has an internal

    Tools Needed to Make 

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    • Slow cooker

    Storage

    Store leftover crockpot chicken alfredo with cream cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    Reheating instructions

    To reheat, place alfredo and noodles in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. Add additional cream or broth to thin out if desired. Enjoy!

    Overhead photo of crockpot chicken alfredo in a white bowl garnished with parsley.
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    Overhead photo of slow cooker chicken alfredo garnished with crushed red pepper flakes and parsley.
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    5 from 2 votes

    Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Cream Cheese

    When you are in the mood for a comforting pasta dinner that doesn’t require a lot of effort, slow cooker chicken alfredo pasta is perfect! This simple but flavorful recipe will have your family begging for seconds. The entire dish is cooked right in your CrockPot, making it the perfect weeknight meal. Give this recipe a try - it is sure to become a family favorite.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time3 hrs 45 mins
    Total Time4 hrs
    Course: Main
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: crockpot
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 533kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Equipment

    • Slow Cooker

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
    • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • 8 ounces cream cheese cubed
    • ½ cup unsalted butter cubed
    • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
    • 16 ounces fettuccine noodles

    Instructions

    • Place the chicken, heavy cream, chicken broths cream cheese, butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in your slow cooker.
      Chicken in a cream sauce in a slow cooker.
    • Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, or low for 6 to 8 hours.
      Chicken, broth, cream, buter, cream cheese, and seasonings in a slow cooker.
    • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Shred with forks or cube the chicken.
      Chicken being cut o a cutting board next to a slow cooker with creamy sauce.
    • Whisk the parmesan cheese into the sauce.
      Close up photo of a creamy sauce being whisked in a slow cooker.
    • Place the noodles in your slow cooker. They will fit in most slow cookers, but if they do not fit in yours you can break them in half. Use a spoon to make sure the noodles are submerged in the liquid. (It will be very saucy at this point - that is ok!)
      Raw pasta that has just been added to a creamy sauce in a slow cooker.
    • Add the chicken on top of the pasta.
      Chicken on top of a creamy sauce and pasta in a slow cooker.
    • Cook on high for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking. Test for doneness, and cook another 15 minutes if needed.
      Pasta cooking with a creamy sauce and chicken in a slow cooker.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 533kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 159mg | Sodium: 515mg | Potassium: 368mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1197IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1mg

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