Crockpot Chicken Bolognese Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes

This Crockpot Chicken Bolognese Recipe offers a convenient way to enjoy a classic Italian dish with minimal effort. By using a slow cooker, you can let the flavors meld together while you go about your day.

The recipe is simple and perfect for busy weeknights, allowing you to prepare a delicious meal with just a few ingredients. Serve it over pasta for a satisfying dinner.

Easy Crockpot Chicken Bolognese Recipe

This Chicken Bolognese features ground chicken cooked slowly with tomatoes, onions, and Italian herbs, resulting in a rich and flavorful sauce. The recipe takes about 6-8 hours in the crockpot and serves 4-6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound ground chicken
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Cooked pasta of your choice for serving
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: In a skillet, brown the ground chicken over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Combine Ingredients: In the crockpot, add the browned chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the sauce is thickened and flavors are well combined.