Description
A simple and delicious crockpot chicken pasta recipe that’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken
- 1 (16 oz) jar of marinara sauce
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz uncooked penne pasta
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Place chicken in the crockpot.
- Add marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, garlic powder, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
- Remove chicken and shred it with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot.
- Stir in uncooked pasta, cover, and cook on high for 20-30 minutes or until pasta is tender.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top, cover until cheese melts.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: crockpot chicken pasta, slow cooker chicken pasta, easy pasta recipe, weeknight dinner