On a day that runs long, a Crockpot Chicken and Spinach Alfredo waiting in the crockpot chicken and spinach alfredo is the easiest way I know to get a real meal on the table. The 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts and 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped come out gentle and ready without much attention.
Perfect for busy weeknights, this Crockpot recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and can be prepared in advance, making it an ideal choice for families or meal prep.
Easy Crockpot Chicken and Spinach Alfredo
This dish features chicken breasts slow-cooked with spinach and a creamy Alfredo sauce, served over pasta for a satisfying meal. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the crockpot and serves 4-6 people.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 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. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add Ingredients: Pour the heavy cream over the chicken, then add the minced garlic and chopped spinach on top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve: Toss the Alfredo mixture with the cooked pasta and serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
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
This is one I come back to when the week gets busy, because the crockpot chicken and spinach alfredo does the pacing for me. Serve it with something plain alongside and the 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts does the talking.
