Some nights I want dinner to take care of itself, and Crockpot Chicken Bolognese does exactly that. The salt and chicken cook down together until the flavors feel like they belong, with no stirring or checking required. I usually serve it straight from the crock with whatever bread I have around.
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.
- Serve: Once cooked, stir the sauce and serve over cooked pasta. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
I keep coming back to Crockpot Chicken Bolognese because it never asks much of me and still lands on the table warm and filling. Store any extra in the fridge and it will hold for a few days. Let me know if you end up tweaking it, since half the fun is making it yours.
