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Crockpot Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta

This Crockpot Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta is one of those dinners that feels like comfort food at its finest, but takes almost no effort to make. The chicken becomes incredibly tender as it slow cooks in a creamy Italian-seasoned sauce, then gets tossed with pasta for a dinner your whole family will ask for again and again.

This recipe uses affordable Aldi staples and turns them into a creamy, restaurant-quality meal for under $10. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or when you just want something cozy and filling without spending hours in the kitchen.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 6 hrs
Total Time 6 hrs 10 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Best Season: Winter, Fall, Suitable throughout the year
Description

This Crockpot Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta is an easy slow cooker dinner made with chicken, cream cheese, and Italian seasoning. It’s rich, comforting, and budget friendly, feeding 5 people for under $10 using simple Aldi ingredients.

Ingredients
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 packet Italian dressing seasoning mix
  • 1 block cream cheese (8 oz)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 box penne pasta (16 oz)
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (optional but recommended)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Place chicken breasts in crockpot.
  2. 2
    Add Italian seasoning packet, cream cheese, and chicken broth.
  3. 3
    Cook on LOW for 6 hours.
  4. 4
    Shred chicken and stir until creamy.
  5. 5
    Cook pasta according to package directions and mix with chicken and sauce.
  6. 6
    Top with parmesan cheese and serve.
Note

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Read it online: https://budgetfriendlykitchen.com/recipe/crockpot-creamy-italian-chicken-pasta/
Taylor
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I’m Taylor-a busy mom of two, food blogger, and the heart behind Budget Friendly Kitchen. I’m passionate about creating simple, affordable meals for families and love spending time in the kitchen, trying new recipes, and making memories with my family.