Description
This Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and comforting dish perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Tender shredded chicken is combined with penne pasta and rich Alfredo sauce, then slow-cooked to perfection in a crock pot, making dinner effortless and delicious.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
- 2 (15 oz) jars Alfredo sauce (preferably Bertolli brand)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 16 oz uncooked penne pasta
- 3 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare sauce and pasta: In a mixing bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, water, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Stir in the uncooked penne pasta until it is evenly coated with the sauce mixture.
- Prepare crock pot: Spray a 6-quart crock pot with non-stick spray to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Layer ingredients in crock pot: Place half of the penne and Alfredo sauce mixture into the bottom of the crock pot. Spread half of the shredded cooked chicken evenly on top. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Mozzarella cheese and 1/8 cup of Parmesan cheese over the chicken.
- Add remaining layers: Add the remaining penne and sauce mixture over the cheese layer. Then evenly spread the remaining chicken on top. Follow with another cup of Mozzarella cheese and 1/8 cup of Parmesan cheese.
- Cook: Place the lid on the crock pot and cook on low for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the pasta is tender and the casserole is bubbly.
- Final cheese layer: Remove the lid and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Allow it to melt completely with the crock pot off or on warm setting.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley on top, if desired, then serve hot for a creamy and filling meal.
Notes
- This chicken Alfredo casserole is easy to prepare and makes a deliciously creamy dinner with minimal effort.
- Using pre-cooked shredded chicken saves time; rotisserie chicken works great.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can reduce the amount of water slightly.
- Make sure your crock pot is properly sprayed to avoid sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- For a lower calorie version, consider using light Alfredo sauce and reduced-fat cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 786 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1831 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 176 mg
