Walking into the kitchen and smelling 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts and 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce already on the go is the part I like best about this Crockpot Italian Chicken Pasta. The crockpot italian chicken pasta handles the long cook so I can step away.
Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe is part of the popular Crockpot Recipes that make cooking easy and convenient. Just set it and forget it, and enjoy a delightful dinner with your family.
Easy Crockpot Italian Chicken Pasta
This dish features chicken breasts simmered in a rich tomato sauce with Italian herbs, combined with pasta for a complete meal. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the Crockpot and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the Crockpot.
- Add Sauce and Seasoning: Pour the marinara sauce and chicken broth over the chicken. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, 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 the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the Crockpot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the sauce and stir to combine.
- Cook the Pasta: About 15 minutes before serving, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and add to the Crockpot, mixing well.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top and cover for a few minutes until melted.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil 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: 6 servings
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
I like to set this Crockpot Italian Chicken Pasta going before I leave and come back to the whole kitchen smelling of 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts and 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce. It tastes even better once it has sat for a few minutes off the heat.
