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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo

This creamy and delicious Chicken Alfredo is made easy in the slow cooker. Searing the chicken and adding the dairy at the end are the keys to preventing curdling and achieving a smooth, flavorful sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
  • 1 lb pasta fettuccine or your favorite
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • fork
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Pot (for pasta)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
  4. Place seared chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  5. Pour Alfredo sauce over the chicken.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and easily shreds.
  7. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
  8. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  9. Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  10. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined and the sauce is creamy.
  11. Add cooked pasta to the slow cooker and toss to coat with the Alfredo sauce.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
  13. Serve immediately.

Notes

Adding the dairy late in the cooking process and using cream cheese as a stabilizer are crucial to preventing curdling. Searing the chicken adds flavor and prevents it from becoming rubbery. You can add a bit of pasta water to the sauce to help thicken it and prevent separation.