Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Caesar Pasta is a delightful, hassle-free dish that combines tender chicken, creamy Caesar dressing, and perfectly cooked pasta. With minimal prep time, this recipe allows you to enjoy a comforting meal without the stress of traditional cooking. Simply toss everything into your slow cooker and let it do the work while you unwind. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is sure to impress with its rich flavors and creamy consistency.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by trimming excess fat and patting it dry.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour in Caesar dressing, followed by garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add pasta on top of the chicken mixture and pour chicken broth over everything to ensure it's well covered.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks, stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg