Description
Hearty Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti delivers comfort straight from Grandma’s kitchen, blending creamy textures with rich flavors. Home cooks can savor this simple one-pot wonder that promises satisfaction in every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3 Chicken Breasts
Dairy Products:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Pantry Ingredients:
- 1 can (10 ounces / 283 grams) diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 package (16 ounces / 454 grams) spaghetti
Instructions
- Gently place raw chicken, diced tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chopped onion, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning into the crockpot, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Secure the lid and set the crockpot to high temperature, allowing the mixture to cook thoroughly for 3-4 hours, or alternatively, use low temperature for 6-8 hours until chicken becomes tender and easily shreddable.
- Carefully extract the cooked chicken from the crockpot and use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces, then return the shredded chicken back to the cooking liquid.
- Introduce cream cheese and grated cheddar cheese into the crockpot, stirring gently to help the cheeses melt and integrate smoothly with the existing mixture.
- Replace the lid and continue cooking on low temperature for an additional 20-30 minutes, periodically stirring to ensure complete cheese incorporation and prevent any potential scorching.
- During the cheese melting phase, prepare spaghetti noodles in a separate pot, following package instructions and cooking until they reach al dente consistency.
- Transfer the cooked spaghetti directly into the crockpot, gently folding the noodles into the cheesy chicken mixture to ensure even distribution and complete coating.
- Serve the creamy chicken spaghetti immediately, garnishing with optional fresh herbs or additional grated cheese if desired.
Notes
- Opt for low-sodium soups to control salt levels and make the dish healthier for those watching their sodium intake.
- Swap chicken with turkey or plant-based protein alternatives for different dietary preferences like low-meat or vegetarian diets.
- Use gluten-free pasta to transform this recipe into a celiac-friendly meal without compromising on flavor and texture.
- Mix in some extra vegetables like spinach or bell peppers during the last 30 minutes of cooking to boost nutritional value and add vibrant colors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg