Name: Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 420 min
Total time: 435 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 packet Italian dressing mix; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 (16 oz) package penne pasta; 2 cups chopped spinach; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh basil for garnish

Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

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Creamy Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta made with tender chicken, Parmesan, and Italian herbs in a rich sauce.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 7 hours
Total time: 7 hours 15 minutes
Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 packet Italian dressing mix 1 cup chicken broth 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup heavy cream 1 (16 oz) package penne pasta 2 cups chopped spinach 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and sprinkle the Italian dressing mix evenly on top.
Step 2: Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until the chicken is tender.
Step 3: Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, and return to the slow cooker.
Step 4: Add cream cheese, Parmesan, and heavy cream; stir until melted and smooth.
Step 5: Boil pasta until al dente, drain, and add to the slow cooker.
Step 6: Stir in spinach and cherry tomatoes, season to taste, and cook for 30 more minutes.
Step 7: Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or broth to maintain creaminess.

Nutrition

Calories: 620 kcal
Fat: 34g
Saturated fat: 17g
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 890mg
Protein: 38g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g