There is not much I love more than a simple and easy crock pot recipe. This Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo Casserole Recipe can be assembled in no time at all and has quickly become a family favorite in my household!
Easy crock pot chicken Alfredo Pasta recipe is easy AND delicious!
You are going to love this super simple crock pot chicken Alfredo casserole recipe!
This recipe is crazy simple to make but is packed with flavor. This crock pot chicken Alfredo pasta casserole recipe is my go to for a busy weeknight, a lazy weekend or if we are having guests over.
You’ll need a good crock pot for this slow cooker chicken pasta casserole recipe.
If you are in the market for something new, I really love my Ninja cooker. I have done a lot of crock pot cooking and this crock pot is my all time favorite!
You can brown meat in the same crock pot as you slow cook your meat in. Also, the cooktop cooking feature makes thickening sauces a breeze. In addition, it’s really easy to clean which makes this crock pot a win, win win!
I also really like this crockpot as well. I use this all the time and it’s great.
Being able to lock the lid is my favorite feature on this slow cooker. I often use this crock pot if I’m transporting food somewhere like to a friend’s house or a potluck dinner.
Another favorite is this programmable crock pot for when I am am not at home all day. I love coming home to a nice meal ready and waiting on me!
I also like to use crock pot liners to make clean up a breeze. These are worth every penny and save a ton of time.
What is needed to make crock pot chicken Alfredo with jar sauce?
All my recipes have simple ingredients that I bet you either already have in your pantry or you have heard of and this recipe is no different. Here is what you’ll need to create this crock pot chicken Alfredo casserole recipe.
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Cook the Chicken and then Shred
- Alfredo Sauce ( I really like Bertoli brand but definitely use your favorite type)
- Minced Garlic
- Salt and Pepper
- Penne Pasta
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- Parmesan Cheese
- Parsley (optional)
See, I know you already have all these items or can easily find them in your favorite grocery store. Let’s learn how to make this easy and simple chicken Alfredo pasta in crock pot recipe.
How do you make this slow cooker garlic chicken alfredo recipe?
Ok let’s get to cooking! First in a large mixing bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, water, salt, pepper and minced garlic.
Next stir in the penne pasta until the pasta is completely coated in the sauce recipe that you created.
Then spray your favorite slow cooker with a non stick spray so that serving this recipe will be easier.
After this, carefully place half the pasta mixture in the bottom of the crock pot and then place half of the cooked chicken on top.
Next top with 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese and 1/8 cup pf the parmesan cheese.
Then add the pasta mixture again (use whatever is left), layer on top with the remaining chicken and then top with the cheeses again (the same measurements).
Cover and cook on low for approximately 2 1/2 to 3 hours. You can also try cooking on high for only 1 1/2-2 hours.
After this cooking time, top the entire casserole with 1 more cup of mozzarella cheese (because cheese makes everything taste better!).
Place the lid back on to allow this cheese to melt. Finally, top with the fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Then sit back and wait for the compliments on how delicious dinner is! That’s my favorite part! 🙂
What type of chicken is used in this easy crock pot chicken Alfredo with jar sauce recipe?
Now I am using cooked chicken in this recipe to make it a very simple meal. In my family I like to cook chicken in huge batches, freeze it, and save it for simple dinner ideas. This would be exactly that!
However, you can easily cook your chicken in the crock pot.
To cook your chicken in the crockpot, I would put the chicken breasts in the crock pot with approximately 1/2 cup of chicken broth. Then you can cook on low for 6-8 hours or cook on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken shreds easily.
Next shred the chicken and then continue on with the recipe like I have it written. Either way, I think you will find a delicious dinner idea for those days when you just don’t really want to cook. 🙂
What to serve with this slow cooker chicken Alfredo recipe?
I like to keep things simple when I prepare this recipe. Generally, I serve this with a broccoli side dish.
Do you know that you can steam broccoli in the microwave? You can also make slow cooker chicken Alfredo with broccoli by mixing in the cooked broccoli to this casserole recipe.
My kids also love enjoying and helping me make these garlic bread cheese sticks. They are delicious and super fun to make as they are made with string cheese! You’ll definitely want to make these too when you enjoy this chicken Alfredo recipe.
Print your crock pot chicken Alfredo casserole recipe below:
Try this easy crock pot chicken Alfredo casserole recipe - This Chicken Alfredo pasta in the crock pot is delicious and packed with flavor! Try it today.
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
- (2) 15 oz Jars of Alfredo sauce (I really like Bertoli brand)
- 1 cup water
- 1 Tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 16 oz penne uncooked
- 3 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- chopped parsley (optional)
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In a mixing bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, water, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
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Stir in the uncooked penne pasta until evenly coated.
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Spray a 6 quart crock pot with non stick spray.
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Place half the penne and alfredo mixture in the bottom of the crock pot.
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Place half the chicken on top.
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Top with 1 cup of Mozzarella cheese and an 1/8 cup of parmesan cheese.
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Layer the remaining penne mixture, then the remaining chicken, another cup of mozzarella cheese, and the parmesan cheese.
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Place the lid on top and cook on low for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
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Remove the lid and top with another cup of mozzarella cheese.
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After it melts. Sprinkle with some parsley (optional) and serve.
Serve this crock pot Alfredo pasta with a side salad or our easy microwave broccoli and dinner is done.
What alternations can you make to this crock pot chicken Alfredo casserole?
There are lots of different ways that you can change this recipe to make it your own and make it one of your family favorite recipes too!
First, the easiest way to alter this recipe is to change the noodles that are used in this casserole recipe. You can use fettuccine noodles to make a delicious fettuccine Alfredo meal for your family. Also, you can use gluten free noodles as well if you have a gluten intolerance.
In addition, you can make your own Alfredo sauce with heavy whipping cream or cream cheese if you prefer this over the pre-made jarred sauce. Also, you can use marina sauce as well to make a different meal with this recipe. Either would taste amazing in this simple recipe.
As mentioned before, you can also mix in your favorite vegetables to add a nice green variety to this meal.
I hope you try this recipe soon and please leave us a comment letting us know what you think!
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Pamela says
Can this be frozen?
ashley says
Does the pasta need to be cooked?
Christine says
Do you boil the pasta first ?
Carrie says
No, just put in uncooked and try to make sure covered with sauce,
Carrie says
The chicken & pasta can both go in the crock pot un cooked?
Carrie says
Carrie – In this recipe, the chicken is already cooked but the pasta is not. Thank you.
Tracey says
can you use homemade Alfredo sauce instead of sauce from a jar?
Carrie says
Tracey – Yes! That would be amazing!
Darrian says
If i was going to cook the chicken in the croc pot first how long would i cook it for?
Carrie says
I would cook it for 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low. Thank you!
Angelia Davis says
I’m thinking I may have to double the recipe as I will be feeding 3 adults and 4 kids all under the age of 9. What changes would have to be made to double it? I’m new at crockpotting and love it!
Carol says
Could you make with cauliflower rice?
Lani Cartwright says
I made this tonight! Used Ragu Alfredo sauce & added a bag of California blend frozen vegetables (broccoli, carrots and cauliflower) . superb!
Carrie says
Yes, but I wouldn’t cook the cauliflower rice in the crock pot as it might get mushy. I would cook it separately and then mix it in the sauce once the chicken is done.
Carrie says
You don’t need to make any other changes but double all the ingredients. I do that all the time as I have a large family.
Carrie says
Awesome – I’m glad you liked them.
Jennifer says
Making this tonight 🙂
Can I use Rigatoni pasta instead of penne? Also, can I cook the chicken in the oven first instead of crockpot? How long would you cook the casserole in the oven instead of crockpot?
Carrie says
Jennifer – Yes, you can use rigatoni pasta instead of penne. That would work great. Also, yes, you can cook this casserole in the oven. You would still use pre-cooked chicken and layer in the ingredients in a 9X13 baking dish. Then I would bake at 350 for approximately 20 minutes. Thank you and I hope it turns out great!
Shawanda Williams says
How long does need to cook in the instant pot?
Carrie says
On the instant pot, I would cook for half the cooking time recommended for the pasta that you use in the recipe on high pressure and then do a quick release once it’s done.
Cindy says
If you cook this in the oven would you cook the pasta or just put it in there uncooked also?
Carrie says
Cindy – I would use uncooked pasta also. Thank you!
Heather says
Has anyone used whole grain pasta in this recipe? That is what I prefer and it takes longer to cook/boil, so I am curious if using whole grain uncooked in this recipe if it would need longer cooking time?
Carrie says
I haven’t tried it Heather. I would cook a little bit longer than normal and it should work out great!
Nancy Zimpfer says
Can you update the recipe to show how much pasta you used?
Carrie says
Nancy – I used a full 16 oz box of penne pasta for this recipe. Thank you!
Jenna says
I just made this and it was AMAZING!! Even my pickiest kid gobbled it down! And so easy! I cooked the chicken in the crockpot first as suggested and it was so easy to shred. Plus no additional mess. This is a must try for anyone wondering about this recipe. It checks off all the boxes that I look for as a single mom working two jobs and still trying to put homecooked food on the table. Easy! Cheap! Full of flavor! Family friendly! If I could give it more than five stars I would 🙂
Carrie says
Thank you!
shannon says
What do you use to cook your chicken? Flavor wise.
Mary says
Hello.. Can I cook the chicken, and pasta mixture uncooked at the same time? For 6 hours on low??
Carrie says
I wouldn’t do that as the pasta doesn’t take as long to cook as the chicken does so the pasta would be mushy. I recommending using already cooked chicken for this recipe. Thank you!
Carrie says
For this recipe, I cook my chicken in the instant pot or boil it. I don’t add any seasoning as it soaks up the flavor of the other ingredients in this recipe when I combine them all for the casserole. Thank you!
Haley says
Hi I’m using gluten free noodles, if I boil noodles first will that mess the recipe up? I’m nervous they won’t cook correct if I put them in uncooked
Laurie says
Can I cook this on high in the crockpot?
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Carolyn says
could you use tortellini or fettuccine noodles instead?
Rhonda says
Can you make this ahead of time say put it together before you leave and have the timer turn it on later
Carrie says
Yes, that would be delicious!
Carrie says
Yes, I would cook for half of the cook time if you using the high setting. Thank you!
MW says
I don’t care for Alfredo sauce; do you think it would be good with a tomato-based sauce?
Sheri says
So I cooked the noodles cause I didn’t see to use uncooked til now. How long do I cook it for now?
Carrie says
Yes, I think that would taste good as well.
Carrie says
Yes, I think that would work as long as you have a crock pot with a delayed start feature or a timer on it.
Ale says
When you add the penne pasta to the crock pot at the beginning, is it cooked or uncooked?
David says
How about using canned shredded chicken? How much do you think would be needed?
Sue says
How long do you boil the chicken for
Carrie says
If the noodles are already cooked, I would reduce the water to 1/2 cup and cook in the crock pot for only 20-30 minutes. Thank you.
Carrie says
Sue, I boil the chicken until it’s completely cooked through. The entire chicken will be a white color when it’s done. Thank you.
Carrie says
The penne is uncooked. Thank you.
Carrie says
Yes, you can use canned chicken as well. I would use 1-2 12 oz cans based on how much chicken you would prefer. Thank you.
Erika Smith says
My box of pasta is only 12oz. Would you change any of the liquid ratios?
marianne says
Can I make this without so much cheese added or will it come out dry?
thank you
Nicole says
If I wanted to use a rotisserie chicken for this recipe how much would I need? How many cups would you suggest? Thanks!
Carrie says
Nicole, I would use 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded, for this recipe which is generally about 2-3 cups. Thank you!
angie says
how many cups is a serving?
Elise says
Want to double this recipe to feed 12. I assume that adding the cup of water is to aid in cooking the U.N. cooked penne, correct. Will the water make the daily e runny when it is done? I’m hoping it will be creamy and thicker.
Rhonda Bratcher says
Thank you so much for including the instructions to cook in the oven. My husband says when I cook in the crockpot, it tastes funny. Go figure ?
Karen belongie says
Should the noodles be cooked if making a oven casserole? If it only bakes for 20 minutes.
Kayla Satterfield says
Do you use parmesan cheese that is fresh/shredded or the kind in the plastic jar with the green lid?