Delicious creamy Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo will immediately become a family favorite dinner recipe. This slow cooker version of the classic Italian pasta comfort food dish ensures dinner will be hot and ready at meal time. Show
The slow cooker chicken alfredo features pasta cooked in a scratch made creamy alfredo sauce from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese with shredded chicken breasts. Chicken Alfredo is a classic pasta dish that is well suited for the slow cooker.Why Make Chicken Alfredo Pasta in the Slow Cooker?Chicken Alfredo is a relatively quick dish to make but a crock pot is a great way to prepare the dish ahead for a hot fresh meal a few hours later. The method does a fantastic job of melding the flavors in the dish together. It is also a good way to serve dinner when your family has a schedule that requires staggered serving times. Since the recipe is started on the stove top, what is the advantage of using a crock pot to make this dinner? The stove top part is simply searing the chicken and sautéing the garlic in butter. These steps are not absolutely necessary, but add a lot of flavor to the finished pasta. If you are lucky enough to have a slow cooker with a browning function, it can all be done right in the pot! For a full meal, start with a simple salad and perhaps some breadsticks, then finish this Chicken Alfredo pasta dinner with my easy Peach Dump Cake recipe or no bake Million Dollar Pie recipe. How to Make Chicken Alfredo in Crock PotHere I will walk you through the process of making this crock pot chicken alfredo recipe complete with step-by-step pictures. If you prefer simply jump down to the printable recipe card below. The recipe makes 6 servings. Prep Time: 15 minutes| Cooking Time: 3 hours | Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes Ingredients for Slow Cooker Chicken AlfredoHere is everything you will need to prepare the crockpot chicken alfredo recipe, including the easy scratch alfredo sauce. Make sure you have wedge of Parmesan, not pre-grated.
Directions:In a small bowl, add the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley and pepper. Stir to combine. Season both sides of the boneless skinless chicken breasts.
Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and place in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Allow the liquid to come to a simmer before pouring the broth over the chicken. Add the heavy cream, remaining chicken broth, and butter to the slow cooker. Cover the slow cooker and cook for 2-3 hours on high or 4 hours on low to cook chicken. Chicken is done when it has an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
Once pasta is cooked, stir in the sliced chicken and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Serve warm topped with fresh chopped parsley and additional parmesan cheese if desired. Notes:Freshly grated parmesan must be used in this recipe to keep a smooth consistency in the sauce. Crockpot chicken alfredo recipe served with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley.Variations on the RecipeWhile this slow cooker recipe is scrumptious just as is, never be afraid to mix things up a bit. Here are a few suggestions that might suit your preferences when you cook chicken alfredo yourself.
FAQCan I cook frozen chicken in the slow cooker? It depends on if the chicken is precooked. For food safety reasons I do not recommend using raw chicken that is frozen in a slow cooker. There is too much opportunity for bacterial growth. How to thicken alfredo sauce? If you find your alfredo sauce a little too thin for your liking adding some more Parmesan cheese is the simplest way to thicken it. Add the extra Parmesan gradually, to avoid making it too thick. Can I use chicken thighs? Yes. While I prefer boneless skinless chicken breasts, boneless chicken thighs can be used in the recipe. There are no special cooking adjustments for swapping. Storing Crockpot Chicken AlfredoStore slow cooker chicken alfredo leftovers in an airtight container promptly after cooling. Leftover chicken alfredo will last for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or 3-4 months in the freezer according to the USDA. TIP: If you know you are going to have a lot of leftovers it makes sense to cook pasta separately and mix together as needed. This is not a necessity though it is recommended if you prefer al dente pasta. I hope you enjoy this chicken alfredo crock pot recipe. It is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes. If you did, you may also like to try my Baked Ziti Alfredo with Ricotta, Chicken Tetrazzini, Cajun Chicken Pasta with Sausage or Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Orzo. Not in the mood for pasta? Make my Crock Pot Chicken Thighs with Potatoes or Slow Cooker Paprika Chicken with rice and green beans.
Freshly grated parmesan must be used in this recipe to keep a smooth consistency in the sauce Calories: 919kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 61g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 241mg | Sodium: 1560mg | Potassium: 718mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2147IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 388mg | Iron: 2mg What can I add to chicken Alfredo to make it taste better?Extra seasonings and spices will go a long way in adding flavor to a boring jar of sauce. Some of my personal favorites include salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, dried basil, oregano, onion powder or seasoned salt. Start with small amounts (1/2 teaspoon at a time) and add as needed, in order to avoid over-spicing.
How do you thicken Alfredo sauce in a crock pot?If you don't want to use cream cheese for your sauce base, I've got you covered. Add an extra 3/4 cup to 1 cup of Parmesan cheese after the pasta is cooked and make sure it melts it. This will help thicken the sauce (like the cream cheese does).
What seasonings go best in Alfredo?A traditional Alfredo sauce calls for pepper that is freshly ground from peppercorns. However, black pepper that is already ground or even white pepper are options as well. The complementary spices you may wish to include are lemon juice, garlic and even nutmeg.
What is creamy Alfredo sauce made of?Alfredo Sauce Recipe Ingredients
Most Alfredo sauces are made with only Parmesan cheese, butter, cream, and salt. But we took the liberty of adding in some garlic and extra seasonings to make it that much more delicious. This is the only recipe you will ever need!
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