Description
A creamy and comforting crockpot chicken spaghetti recipe that combines tender slow-cooked chicken with a rich, cheesy sauce and perfectly cooked spaghetti. This easy slow cooker meal is perfect for busy days and serves 6.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or another can of cream of chicken soup)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Cheese and Pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 lb spaghetti (broken into halves or thirds)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of your slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly spread out.
- Mix the creamy sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning if using. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, making sure the chicken is fully covered by the sauce.
- Slow cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and shreds easily with a fork.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Incorporate cheese and chicken: Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
- Add the spaghetti: Break the spaghetti into halves or thirds and add to the slow cooker. Stir well to ensure the pasta is fully coated with the creamy sauce.
- Cook the pasta: Cover the slow cooker again and cook on low for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the spaghetti is tender and cooked through.
- Final touch: Stir everything together one last time and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve and enjoy: Dish out the creamy crockpot chicken spaghetti warm and enjoy a hearty and comforting meal.
Notes
- You can use either chicken breasts or thighs depending on preference; thighs tend to be more flavorful and moist.
- For a milder flavor, substitute the cream of mushroom soup with an additional can of cream of chicken soup.
- Breaking the spaghetti into shorter pieces helps it cook evenly in the slow cooker.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, since canned soups can vary in sodium content.
- Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of chicken broth to loosen the sauce.
- Garnishing with fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours (low) + 30 to 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
