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Now you can enjoy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta any day of the week thanks to this amazing slow cooker Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe. Everything you need for a delicious dinner including tender chicken and flavorful pasta is in the slow cooker.
Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe:
If you love traditional Chicken Parmesan as much as we do, this slow cooker chicken parmesan pasta recipe is a must try. Chicken Parmesan always seemed like a fancy dish to me but thanks to the crock pot it really is easy.
The slow cooker takes all the work out of this recipe but you get all the flavor. Garlic Parmesan chicken pasta is a family favorite. The chicken is cooked in a tomato sauce and seasoning to add so much flavor.
Then the pasta is added crockpot chicken parm pasta for an amazing meal idea. Add a side salad and garlic bread for an amazing meal idea. The perfect meal for the weeknight or to feed a crowd. If you love this recipe, then you need to make Baked Ziti with Chicken. Another delicious recipe is Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff.
What to Serve with Crock Pot Chicken Parm:
- Side Salad – Our favorite sides include a simple salad. Load it with vegetables for an easy side to serve with this rich and hearty recipe.
- Garlic Bread – Add a side of these Garlic Bread Cheese Sticks Recipe. Bread is a must to dip into that delicious pasta sauce and get every last drop.
- Roasted Vegetables – This meal is also delicious with Roasted Green Beans or learn how to steam broccoli in the microwave for a super easy veggie side dish.
You can cook a really great dinner for your family with very little work when you use the slow cooker. It can’t get any easier
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breasts
- Salt and Pepper
- Crushed Tomatoes
- Italian Seasoning
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Rotini Pasta
- Parmesan Cheese
With just these few ingredients, you can make the best meal for your family.
How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Pasta:
- Step 1 – Add in Chicken, Sauce & Seasoning – This recipe is so easy that anyone can make it. The chicken, tomatoes and seasoning all go into the crock pot.
- Step 2 – Slow Cook – Cook this on low all day and shred the chicken once cooked.
- Step 3 – Stir shredded chicken in – Stir everything back into the crock pot.
- Step 4 – Stir in Cooked Pasta and Cheese – Now, it is time to add the cooked pasta and mozzarella cheese.
- Step 5 – Add Parmesan Cheese – I like to top with a generous amount of Parmesan cheese as well. Yum!
- Step 6 – Melt Cheese – Cover and cook until all of that delicious cheese is melted. This is so good.
- Step 7 – Heat Bread Crumbs – Then melt the butter in a saucepan and sauté the bread crumbs until they are a dark brown color.
- Step 8 – Top pasta with Bread Crumbs – Sprinkle the sautéed bread crumbs over the pasta. Serve and enjoy.
Tips for Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Pasta:
- Shredding Chicken – Once chicken is cooked you can shred with forks or with a hand mixer or stand mixer. Shredding chicken with a mixer saves time.
- Pasta – Cook pasta before adding to the slow cooker. I like to make the pasta ahead of time. This way it is already done when on cooking day.
- Cheese – Grate cheese from hunk cheese. We recommend to grate cheese yourself as it melts better and taste better. Pre-shredded cheese as other ingredients that are not necessary.
Chicken Parm Pasta Variations:
- Chicken – We used chicken breast in this recipe but you can use chicken thighs or chicken tenders.
- Sauce – Crushed tomatoes is always an easy choice, but feel free to use marinara sauce or spaghetti sauce jar.
- Seasoning – Italian Seasoning blend is always a delicious choice but you can always add in other seasoning. For a little extra spice add in a teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Fresh basil is also a great option.
- Pasta – Feel free to use any type of pasta of your choice or what you have on hand.
- Cheese – Mozzarella Cheese and Grated Parmesan cheese are what we used, but you can use other types of cheese. Pepper jack cheese is a great choice.
- Dutch Oven – You can may this recipe in a dutch oven if you prefer. Make sure to stir occasionally for best results. Making in the dutch oven will take about 30 minutes to cook. This is a great option to use leftover chicken.
How to Store Leftovers:
This chicken parmesan pasta is great leftover. Place the chicken pasta mixture into an air tight container and it will last up to 3 days. The ingredients really marinate together overnight, for a tasty lunch the next day.
How to Reheat:
Place the leftovers in a microwave safe dish and reheat in 1 minute intervals. This allows for the chicken pasta to heat slowly without overheating.
Can you put Raw Chicken in the Crock Pot?
Yes, you can put raw chicken in the slow cooker. When we are making a chicken in the recipe in the slow cooker, we usually always put frozen, raw chicken in the crock pot.
There is no need to brown it before placing in the slow cooker.
Can I use Different Pasta?
Feel free to use any type of pasta when making this recipe. We also recommend bowtie pasta or penne or good option. You can also use broken spaghetti as a great option.
Easy Chicken Parmesan Pasta:
If you are looking for a hearty meal idea to serve this week for dinner, make this Chicken Parmesan Pasta. Making it in the slow cooker makes for an easy meal idea.
The chicken, sauce and seasoning can cook all day and then all you have to do is mix in the pasta and cheese. It only requires a few ingredients and they can easily be changed to what you have on hand.
Add a side salad and some garlic bread to complete this meal. Perfect for a crowd or a weeknight meal.
Print Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta recipe:
Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cans crushed tomatoes (28 oz each)
- 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 pound Rotini pasta (cooked)
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 Tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Place the chicken, salt, pepper, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning in the crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken and stir back in the crock pot.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Top with parmesan cheese.
- Cover and cook until cheese is melted.
- Then melt the butter in a saucepan and sauté the bread crumbs until they are a dark brown color.
- Sprinkle the sautéed bread crumbs over the pasta. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
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Thought it was tasty, but did add more seasoning once it was done.
Bland I usually love eating on a dime recipes. But this unfortunately isn’t one I’ll be making again.
Does Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Pasta freeze well?
If yes, please send instructions on if you thaw (time?) and what heating method, microwave or stove (time?)