Description
A comforting slow cooker pasta dish that combines tender shredded chicken, colorful vegetables, and a rich, cheesy sauce inspired by classic chicken pot pie. It’s an easy family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (10.5 ounces each) cream of chicken soup
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried thyme
12-ounce bag frozen mixed vegetables
½ cup sour cream
8 ounces cream cheese
1½ cups grated cheddar cheese
16 ounces penne pasta or small noodle pasta
Instructions
- Add the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, minced garlic, black pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, thyme, and frozen mixed vegetables to the slow cooker. Stir until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts into the mixture and coat them evenly.
- Cover and cook on High for 3 to 4 hours or on Low for 5 to 6 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the sour cream, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese until smooth. Cook for an additional 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente, then drain well.
- Stir the cooked pasta into the slow cooker until evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Boneless chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts.
Add mushrooms, peas, celery, or other vegetables for extra flavor and texture.
Use Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or Colby Jack cheese for a variation.
Whole wheat or gluten-free pasta can be used if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat with a splash of chicken broth or milk to restore the creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1180 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
