On a day that runs long, a Crockpot Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo waiting in the crockpot chicken and broccoli alfredo is the easiest way I know to get a real meal on the table. The 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts and 2 cups broccoli florets come out gentle and ready without much attention.
With tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich Alfredo sauce, this Crockpot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and can easily serve the whole family.
Easy Crockpot Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
This dish features chicken breasts cooked to perfection in a creamy Alfredo sauce, combined with broccoli florets for added nutrition. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the crockpot and serves 4-6 people.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice, cooked according to package instructions
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Add Ingredients: Pour the heavy cream over the chicken, then sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
- Add Broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and grated Parmesan cheese. Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes on low until the broccoli is tender.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss the chicken and broccoli mixture with the cooked pasta until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 550kcal
- Fat: 35g
- Protein: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
I usually make this Crockpot Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo on a weekend and keep the leftovers for the next day’s lunch, since it reheats without drying out. A spoon of 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts stirred in at the end brightens it up.
