Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, a rich creamy sauce, and hearty rotini pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts protein-rich and tender when cooked
1 small onion (diced) adds sweetness and flavor
4 cloves garlic (minced) enhances savory depth
15 oz alfredo sauce creamy base for richness
1 cup heavy cream adds smooth texture and body
0.5 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese contributes sharpness and creaminess
1.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning provides aromatic herbs
0.5 teaspoon paprika adds mild warmth
to taste salt and pepper enhances overall flavor
0.5 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes (drained and patted dry) brings tangy sweetness
16 oz rotini pasta (uncooked) holds sauce well
1.5 cups fresh baby spinach adds color and nutrients
as needed fresh basil leaves (for topping) offers fresh, aromatic flavor

Start by preparing your ingredients. Dice the small onion and mince the garlic.
In your slow cooker, layer the base with the diced onions and minced garlic.
Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts on top of the onions and garlic. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
Pour the alfredo sauce over the chicken, followed by adding the heavy cream. Stir gently to combine.
Add the Italian seasoning and sun-dried tomatoes, mixing everything delicately.

Cover the slow cooker and set it to high for 4 hours or low for 6-7 hours.
About 30 minutes before serving, cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions.
Once the chicken is tender, shred it directly inside the slow cooker and mix it back into the sauce.
Mix in the cooked rotini until it is well-coated with the creamy sauce.
Serve the dish hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

For best results, consider marinating the chicken in the alfredo sauce for a few hours before cooking. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Serving: 1g

Keyword comfort food, Creamy Pasta, family dinner, Pasta, Slow Cooker Chicken

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