Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta
A creamy and flavorful chicken pasta dish made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker A large slow cooker is ideal for this recipe.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 16 ounces Olive Garden Italian Dressing
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 4 leaves basil leaves, torn
- 1 pound penne pasta
Instructions
- Place the chicken breast in a large slow cooker and pour the entire bottle of Olive Garden dressing over the chicken.
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and the chopped sun-dried tomatoes over the chicken and dressing. Add the block of cream cheese on top.
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and fork-tender.
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Shred the chicken using two forks. Add the torn basil, the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, and the cooked penne; mix well.
Notes
For added flavor, consider garnishing with extra basil leaves or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving. No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option.