Description
This Creamy Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food—rich, cheesy, and bursting with flavor! With tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked spaghetti, this dish is a family favorite and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Spaghetti:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1.5 pounds; the protein base of the dish.
- Cream of chicken soup: 1 can (10.5 oz); adds creaminess and depth.
- Cream of mushroom soup: 1 can (10.5 oz); enhances the creamy texture and flavor.
- Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained): 1 can (10 oz); adds a tangy, slightly spicy kick.
- Cream cheese (cubed): 4 oz; for extra creaminess.
- Shredded cheddar cheese: 2 cups; rich, melty, and cheesy.
- Italian seasoning: 2 teaspoons; adds herby flavor.
- Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon; for a savory touch.
- Onion powder: 1 teaspoon; enhances the flavor.
- Spaghetti (cooked according to package instructions): 12 oz; the perfect pasta base.
- Salt and pepper: To taste; adjust to your preference.
Instructions
- Prepare the Base:
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot.
- Add the Creamy Ingredients:
- Pour the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and Rotel tomatoes over the chicken.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken breasts, shred with two forks, and return to the crockpot.
- Add the Cheese:
- Stir in the cubed cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until melted and creamy.
- Combine with Spaghetti:
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions, drain, and stir into the crockpot until fully coated in the sauce.
- Taste and Adjust:
- Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve:
- Ladle the creamy chicken spaghetti into bowls or plates. Garnish with shredded cheese, parsley, or red pepper flakes.
Notes
- Pasta Options: Substitute spaghetti with penne, rotini, or your favorite pasta.
- Add Heat: For a spicier dish, add diced green chilies or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg