Description
This Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti is a comforting, hearty meal featuring tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a savory marinara sauce with aromatic vegetables and Italian seasoning. Served over perfectly cooked spaghetti, it’s an easy, flavorful dish ideal for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Sauce
- 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
- 8 ounces spaghetti
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Place the boneless chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot to serve as the protein base for the dish.
- Add Vegetables and Sauce: Pour the marinara sauce and chicken broth over the chicken. Add the chopped bell pepper, chopped onion, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning to build layers of flavor.
- Seasoning: Season the mixture with salt and pepper according to your preference for balanced taste.
- Cook Slowly: Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Cook Spaghetti: About 30 minutes before serving, cook the spaghetti separately according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Shred Chicken: Once the slow cooking is complete, shred the cooked chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks and stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Serve: Plate the shredded chicken mixture over the cooked spaghetti and serve hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- For added richness, stir in a half cup of shredded cheese or cream cheese when shredding the chicken.
- You can substitute spaghetti with any pasta of your choice like penne or fettuccine.
- Vegetables can be customized by adding mushrooms or zucchini for extra nutrition and flavor.
- If short on time, cooking on high heat for 3-4 hours is an option but slow cooking yields better tenderness.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
