Description
Comfort meets convenience in this irresistible Creamy Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti that promises rich, cheesy goodness with minimal effort. Hearty ingredients simmer together, creating a warm, satisfying meal perfect for family dinners when you crave something deliciously uncomplicated.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
Dairy and Cheese:
- 4 ounces cream cheese (cubed)
- 2 cups shredded blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 10 ounces Rotel diced tomatoes with chilies (undrained)
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare your crockpot by generously coating the interior with non-stick spray to prevent ingredient adhesion and simplify post-meal cleanup.
- Craft the foundational sauce by whisking together cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soups, creating a velvety base for the dish.
- Enhance the sauce’s complexity by incorporating Rotel tomatoes, cubed cream cheese, and Italian seasoning, stirring until the mixture achieves a uniform, smooth consistency.
- Nestle whole chicken breasts directly into the sauce, ensuring they are completely submerged to promote even cooking and maximize flavor absorption.
- Cover the crockpot and allow the ingredients to simmer on LOW temperature for approximately 4 hours, enabling the flavors to meld and the chicken to become exceptionally tender.
- Extract the cooked chicken breasts carefully and transfer them to a cutting surface, preparing for precise shredding.
- While the chicken rests, prepare spaghetti according to package guidelines, aiming for a perfectly al dente texture.
- Methodically shred the chicken using two forks, transforming the protein into delicate, bite-sized pieces.
- Reintroduce the shredded chicken into the creamy sauce, then incorporate the drained pasta, ensuring every strand is luxuriously coated.
- Liberally sprinkle a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses throughout the dish, gently folding to distribute the melting dairy evenly.
- Return the lid and allow the cheese to melt completely, cooking on LOW for an additional 30 minutes until the dish reaches a creamy, harmonious state.
- Serve the chicken spaghetti piping hot, inviting diners to savor the rich, comforting flavors of this crockpot creation.
Notes
- Ingredient Flexibility: Feel free to swap Rotel for regular diced tomatoes or adjust seasonings to match your flavor preferences.
- Meal Prep Magic: Leftovers store beautifully in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, providing quick reheatable lunches or dinners.
- Texture Tip: Cooking spaghetti to al dente prevents soggy pasta and maintains a satisfying bite in the final dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg