Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta
Ingredients:
For the chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the pasta:
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken breasts.
2. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
3. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
4. In the meantime, cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
5. In the same slow cooker, add the chicken broth, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and parsley. Stir well to combine.
6. Add the shredded chicken and cooked penne pasta to the slow cooker. Stir everything together until well coated.
7. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve the slow cooker Olive Garden chicken pasta hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 452
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 94mg
- Sodium: 534mg
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 27g
This slow cooker Olive Garden chicken pasta recipe is the perfect comfort food for those busy weeknights when you don't have time to cook an elaborate meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a delicious and satisfying dinner ready in no time.
The chicken is seasoned with Italian spices, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, giving it a flavorful and savory taste. Slow cooking the chicken allows it to become tender and juicy, making it the perfect addition to the creamy pasta sauce.
The pasta is cooked separately and then added to the slow cooker along with the shredded chicken. The sauce is made with chicken broth, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and fresh parsley. It's creamy, rich, and packed with flavor.
Once everything is combined in the slow cooker, it's cooked on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. The result is a hearty and delicious pasta dish that tastes just like the one from Olive Garden.
This slow cooker Olive Garden chicken pasta is the perfect meal for those nights when you want something warm and comforting without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it with a side salad or some garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.