Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli
Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli is a simple, 4-ingredient recipe that is a whole meal in one!
A COMFORTING SLOW COOKER RECIPE
This super easy and convenient Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli has become a new favorite for my family for sure. I can’t get over how simple it is and the fact that you really only need 4 super simple ingredients to get such a filling, flavorful dinner. There’s something so comforting and filling with these savory chunks of chicken coated in a cheesy sauce, that pair perfectly with tender, perfectly cooked broccoli florets and penne pasta. You could even top with some shredded or grated parmesan to really step it up!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
You can make this recipe ahead of time and freeze it, so you’ll have it ready to go when life gets busy. Cook as directed and allow to cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and warm on the stovetop.
Yes, you can make this same dish on the stovetop. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken. Then, add the other ingredients (making sure to use cooked penne pasta). Stir well and cover, continuing to cook until broccoli is warmed throughout.
This recipe is flavorful and delicious while also being super easy. If you’re up for adding a few more ingredients to take this recipe to another level, here are a couple ideas.
* Add minced garlic for a deeper garlic flavor.
* Try onion powder for a bit more aromatics.
* Italian seasoning adds classic Italian flavors with minimal effort.
* Add salt and pepper to taste.
* garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
If you have leftover 4 ingredient crockpot chicken broccoli alfredo, you can store it in the refrigerator. Allow the chicken and pasta to cool and then transfer to an airtight container. Your chicken broccoli alfredo will last for 3-4 days.
There are a few ways to reheat leftovers. You can reheat the leftovers on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Stovetop: Add your chicken broccoli Alfredo to a skillet over medium heat. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently.
Microwave: Place individual portions into a microwave safe container and microwave for 4 minutes at 50% power. Stir well and serve.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts – you could also use chicken thighs.
- garlic Alfredo sauce– you can grab whatever your favorite jarred sauce is or make some homemade Alfredo sauce like what I made in my Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo copycat recipe.
- frozen broccoli– Frozen broccoli is going to work best here. I suppose you could use fresh but the frozen broccoli is going to hold up best to slow cooking.
- penne pasta– other small pasta could be used if desired, just make sure it’s the same quantity
HOW TO MAKE CROCK POT CHICKEN ALFREDO WITH BROCCOLI:
In the basin of a 5-6 quart crock pot, add the chicken, alfredo sauce and broccoli, stirring well to coat all the chicken in the sauce.
Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours. Thirty minutes before the cook time is done, cook your pasta on your stovetop according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and add it into the crock pot, stirring well to coat the pasta in all the sauce.
Serve warm.
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Crock Pot Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 3-4 chicken breasts – depending on how large they are)
- 1 (16 ounce) jar garlic alfredo sauce
- 1 (8 ounce) package frozen broccoli
- 1 (16 ounce) box penne pasta
Instructions
- Build the sauce. In the basin of a 5-6 quart crock pot, add 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces , 1 (16 ounce) jar garlic alfredo sauce, and 1 (8 ounce) package frozen broccoli, stirring well to coat all the chicken in the sauce.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- 30 minutes before the cook time is done, cook 1 (16 ounce) box penne pasta on the stovetop according to package instructions.
- Drain the pasta and add it into the crock pot, stirring well to coat the pasta in all the sauce. Serve warm.
Notes
- Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.
- This dinner makes between 4-6 servings and can take between 2-4 hours to cook depending on the temperature that you cooked it on.
Nutrition
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can you make this just putting the penne in it all at once in crock pot?
Do you mean adding the pasta in at the beginning after you’re already boiled it? You could but after being in the slow cooker for that period of time, it could get mushy because it is going to continue to soak up the liquid around it. You can’t put it in there uncooked because there isn’t enough liquid in the recipe for it to cook.
Great recipe! I used fettuccine noodles!
Love how easy this was. The kids loved it and it was easy for me to make!