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Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 hours
  • Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting, and flavorful meal made effortlessly in your crockpot. Tender chicken, tangy Italian dressing, and rich cheeses blend perfectly for a restaurant-quality dish right at home.

Ingredients

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: 2 pounds – tender protein that absorbs the creamy sauce.
  • Olive Garden Italian Dressing: 16 ounces – brings signature zesty flavor.
  • Cream Cheese: 8 ounces (softened) – creates the luscious creamy texture.
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup – adds nutty, savory depth.
  • Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon – enhances the aroma and taste.
  • Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon – gives subtle warmth.
  • Penne or Rotini Pasta: 16 ounces (cooked separately) – holds the creamy sauce beautifully.
  • Heavy Cream: 1/2 cup – makes the sauce extra rich and silky.
  • Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons (chopped) – adds freshness and color for serving.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Set your slow cooker to low heat.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Add chicken breasts, Italian dressing, cream cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and Parmesan to the slow cooker.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Make sure the lid fits snugly to trap steam and flavor.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Stir lightly to coat the chicken, then cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Once done, shred chicken using forks directly in the slow cooker and mix with the sauce.
  6. Finishing Touches: Stir in cooked pasta and heavy cream until well combined.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan.

Notes

  • Cook pasta al dente before mixing to prevent sogginess.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest sauce.
  • Reheat leftovers with a splash of cream to restore smoothness.
  • Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for color and flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 155mg

Find it online: https://www.cookingflash.com/slow-cooker-olive-garden-chicken-pasta/