Description
This comforting Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti recipe is an easy, hands-off meal perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a creamy mix of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning meld with al dente spaghetti and melted cheese for a deliciously hearty dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Pasta and Cheese
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or blend)
Instructions
- Prepare the crockpot base: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the crockpot. Add the cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chicken broth, diced onion, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning on top to create the flavorful sauce base.
- Slow cook the chicken: Cover and cook the mixture on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. This slow cooking tenderizes the chicken and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Shred the chicken: About 30 minutes before serving, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, stirring it into the sauce to evenly distribute the meat.
- Cook the spaghetti: While the chicken is shredding, prepare the spaghetti in a separate pot following the package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- Combine spaghetti and chicken mixture: Add the cooked spaghetti to the crockpot and stir well to coat the noodles thoroughly with the creamy chicken sauce.
- Add cheese and serve: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top, cover the crockpot, and allow the cheese to melt for 5-10 minutes. Serve hot for a creamy, cheesy comfort meal.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Feel free to use any shredded cheese blend like mozzarella and cheddar for richer taste.
- Adding a splash of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños gives a spicy kick to the dish.
- Leftovers reheat well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free spaghetti pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
