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Rotini pasta mixed with shredded chicken and melted cheese in a Crock Pot, creating a comforting Pesto Chicken Pasta Casserole, with a wooden spoon resting inside.
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5 from 24 votes

Crock pot Pesto Chicken Pasta Casserole

With very little prep work, Crock pot Pesto Chicken Pasta Casserole comes together quickly. Tender chicken, pesto and more combine for a flavorful meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours 15 minutes
Total Time6 hours 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 8
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $17.01, $2.13 per Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 jar pesto sauce (8 ounces)
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese
  • 16 oz rotini pasta (cooked)

Instructions

  • Place 4 chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper.
  • Spread 1 jar (8 ounces) pesto sauce over the chicken, then place ¼ cup butter and 1 cup chicken broth on top.
  • Cover and Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken and shred. Stir the chicken back in.
  • Stir in 16 ounces cooked rotini pasta, 2 cups mozzarella cheese, and ½ cup parmesan cheese.
  • Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!

Notes

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.  

Nutrition

Calories: 583kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 116mg | Sodium: 1054mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 879IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 1mg
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