Creamy Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta That Impresses
Experience the comfort of Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta, a creamy and customizable dinner for your family.
Equipment
- slow cooker
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs for richer flavor
- 1 cup Olive Garden Italian dressing or any zesty Italian dressing
For the Creamy Sauce
- 8 oz Cream cheese or dairy-free cream cheese
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese or mozzarella/provolone
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper to taste
For the Pasta and Final Touch
- 8 oz Pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine) or whole wheat/gluten-free pasta
- 1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions
Directions
- Layer the Chicken: Place boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly in the slow cooker.
- Drizzle the Dressing: Pour the Olive Garden Italian dressing over the chicken.
- Season Well: Sprinkle garlic powder and black pepper on top.
- Add the Creaminess: Gently place cream cheese and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the sauce.
- Prepare the Pasta: Cook your chosen pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- Combine and Toss: Add the cooked pasta to the slow cooker and toss gently to coat.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
Optional: Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese before serving for an extra cheesy touch!