Slow-Cooked Chicken Alfredo
Slow-Cooked Chicken Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich and creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. This easy-to-make dish envelops your favorite pasta and fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma, perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests without stress. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this recipe transforms any meal into a delightful feast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta of choice (fettuccine recommended)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the slow cooker.
- Add minced garlic and pour heavy cream over the chicken.
- Cook on low heat for 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker and stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Boil pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- Mix cooked pasta into the creamy chicken mixture until well coated. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, sear the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. You can use whole wheat or zucchini noodles as a healthier alternative. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.