Coming home to a warm and creamy pasta bowl is incredibly comforting, especially when it has been cooking itself while you went on with your day. This crockpot chicken spaghetti is one of my favorite recipes when I want something cheesy and easy to make. With tender, juicy chicken, rich sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles, this dish delivers cozy, comforting home-cooked flavor without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Crockpots are a life saver on busy days and some of my family's favorites are Crockpot Chicken Tacos and Crockpot BBQ Chicken for fuss-free dinners that are still delicious and satisfying.
Why You'll Love This Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti Recipe!
If you are a fan of cheesy and creamy pasta dishes that practically make themselves, this chicken spaghetti recipe crockpot version is a must-try for you! You're going to love it. Everything cooks right in the slow cooker —no babysitting the stove, no fuss, just a delicious meal for you and your family!
Still not convinced? Here are more reasons why you'll love it:
- Easy: It's an easy crockpot chicken spaghetti recipe that allows you to enjoy a good meal on busy weeknights.
- Comforting: The sauce is creamy, rich, and full of cheesy goodness.
- Simple Ingredients: The ingredients you need are in the pantry —simple and easy to find.
- Customizable: It's versatile; you can customize it with veggies or add spice to its flavor.
Equipment Needed
- 6-quart Crockpot or slow cooker
- Mixing spoon
- Forks
- Large pot
- Colander
Key Ingredients
Chicken breasts - Skinless and boneless chicken breasts make this hearty and protein-packed. They cook until tender and shred easily.
Diced tomatoes - Use petite diced tomatoes with garlic, basil, and oregano for a built-in Italian flavor. Don't drain them; the juices help create the sauce.
Cream of chicken soup - The creamy base of the sauce. It adds richness and smooth texture to the creamy crockpot chicken spaghetti.
Cream cheese - Adds a velvety, tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with shredded chicken.
Monterey Jack cheese & mozzarella - The combination melts beautifully, giving this crockpot cheesy chicken spaghetti recipe its signature, gooey texture.
Garlic powder & Italian seasoning - Classic flavors that enhance the sauce and bring everything together.
Spaghetti - Use regular spaghetti noodles to soak up all that cheesy, creamy sauce.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the 6-quart crockpot. Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), cream of chicken soup, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high setting for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Once cooked, remove the chicken breast from the crockpot and shred them using two forks. Return the chicken to the crockpot and stir to combine with the sauce.
Add cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and mozzarella. Stir gently and cook on high for 20 to 30 minutes, until the cheese melts into the sauce.
While the sauce is cooking, cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain well.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the crockpot and stir until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy your chicken spaghetti in a crockpot masterpiece!
Make Ahead
You can prepare the sauce portion ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, reheat in the crockpot, cook the pasta fresh, and combine before serving.
Serving Suggestions
This crockpot chicken spaghetti pairs beautifully with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or garlic bread. Sprinkle extra cheese or basil on top for an extra touch of comfort.
Expert Tips
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika or a splash of hot sauce to the sauce before cooking for extra flavor.
- Use reduced-fat cream cheese and low-fat soup for a lighter version.
- Stir gently after adding the pasta to prevent the noodles from breaking.
- Cook the pasta separately to get the perfect pasta texture.
- Don't overcook. Once the pasta is added, the pasta will continue to soak up the sauce.
- Try this recipe with rotisserie chicken for a quicker version of easy crockpot chicken spaghetti.
This crockpot chicken spaghetti is what every comfort food should be: flavorful, satisfying, and easy to make. Whether it's meal prep for the week or a weeknight dinner, this cheesy, creamy crockpot spaghetti chicken dish is sure to become your loved ones' next favorite pasta dish.
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Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 1 and ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 14 ounce can petite diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano (not drained)
- 1 22.6 ounce can cream of chicken soup (family size or use 2 small cans)
- 1 and ½ teaspoon Italian seasonings
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup grated mozzarella
- 1 cup grated Monterey jack cheese
- 1 16 ounce box spaghetti
Instructions
- Add the chicken breast, canned tomatoes, cream of chicken soup and spices to the bottom of a 6 quart crockpot. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or low for 2-3 hours.
- Once the chicken is cooked through use forks to shred the chicken. You can remove it from the crockpot and then return it to the sauce if that is easier.
- Add the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese and Montery jack cheese to the crockpot and continue cooking on high for 20-30 minutes, just so the cheese melts.
- While the cheese is melting cook your pasta according to package directions and drain well.
- Add the cooked pasta to the crockpot and stir to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
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