Description
Crockpot chicken spaghetti delivers comfort with minimal effort, blending tender chicken, melted cheese, and rich creamy sauce. Hearty ingredients meld together, promising a satisfying meal that brings warmth to your table and smiles to hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, cubed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Canned and Seasonings:
- 1 (10.75 ounces) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 (10.75 ounces) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (10 ounces) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Pasta:
- 1 pound (454 grams) cooked spaghetti
Instructions
- Assemble protein and creamy elements in the crockpot, layering chicken breasts with condensed soups, zesty Rotel tomatoes, and aromatic seasonings like Italian herbs, garlic, and onion powders.
- Allow chicken to slowly simmer and tenderize, maintaining low heat for 4–6 hours or accelerating with high temperature for 2–3 hours until meat is thoroughly cooked and effortlessly separates.
- Extract chicken from liquid base and transform into delicate, tender strands using two forks, then reintroduce shredded meat back into the savory mixture.
- Incorporate rich dairy components by melting cubed cream cheese and blending in sharp cheddar, creating a velvety, luxurious sauce that envelops the protein with creamy complexity.
- Introduce pre-cooked spaghetti into the crockpot, gently folding noodles to ensure complete and even coating with the decadent sauce.
- Finalize the dish by scattering remaining cheddar across the surface, allowing it to melt slightly and create an enticing golden-brown finish before serving immediately.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are uniformly sized for even cooking and consistent texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream soups with low-fat or homemade alternatives to reduce calories.
- Prevent pasta from becoming mushy by cooking it al dente before mixing into the crockpot sauce.
- Customize heat levels by selecting mild or spicy Rotel tomatoes based on personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (low) or 2 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 547
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1032 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 98 mg