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Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Penne

Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Penne

Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Penne brings comfort with creamy cheese and tender chicken, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces penne pasta
For the Sauce
  • 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium if preferred
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Vegetables and Seasoning
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

How to Make Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Penne
  1. Begin by placing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker. Season them generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning for a savory flavor.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth until smooth. Pour this creamy mixture over the seasoned chicken, making sure it's evenly covered.
  3. Gently add the diced tomatoes and penne pasta into the slow cooker, ensuring they sit on top of the chicken and soup mixture. Stir delicately to submerge the pasta, allowing it to soak up all that delicious flavor.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours, or switch to high for 2-3 hours.
  5. After the cooking period, carefully remove the chicken breasts using tongs. Shred them into bite-sized pieces with two forks and return the juicy chicken back to the slow cooker.
  6. Stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese until everything is melted and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Dish out the Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Penne while it's hot, and finish each serving with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Always season your chicken before adding other ingredients for maximum flavor. Adjust slow cooker settings based on your schedule for best results.

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