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Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti
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Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti is a warm, creamy, and comforting slow cooker meal featuring tender chicken simmered with cheesy, tomato sauce and spaghetti noodles. Designed for busy weeknights, this effortless one-pot dish combines rich, melty cheese and perfectly cooked pasta for a hearty, family-friendly dinner everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

Pasta

  • 8 oz spaghetti noodles, broken in half

Dairy & Cheese

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Canned Goods & Liquids

  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Break the spaghetti noodles in half to fit easily into your crockpot; no pre-cooking needed as they will cook in the slow cooker.
  2. Layer Chicken and Seasonings: Place chicken breasts or thighs at the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to season the meat thoroughly as it cooks.
  3. Add Liquids and Pasta: Pour the undrained diced tomatoes and chicken broth over the seasoned chicken. Arrange the uncooked spaghetti noodles evenly on top, gently pushing them beneath the surface of the liquids to ensure they soak up moisture.
  4. Cook and Shred: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender. Once done, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot.
  5. Add Cheese and Cream Cheese: Stir in softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy, fully coating the pasta and chicken mixture.
  6. Final Stir and Serve: Give the dish one final stir for even distribution of cheese and ensure pasta is tender. Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness.

Notes

  • Use quick-cooking spaghetti and break noodles in half to help them cook evenly and prevent clumping.
  • Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain temperature and ensure perfect pasta texture.
  • Shred the chicken in the crockpot to save cleanup and keep juicy flavor.
  • Adjust liquid amounts if you prefer a saucier dish by adding extra broth or tomato juice.
  • Sharp cheddar cheese melts better and adds a richer flavor to the dish.

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Keywords: crockpot, cheesy chicken spaghetti, slow cooker, comfort food, one-pot meal, family dinner, creamy, cheesy

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