Creamy Chicken Alfredo (Print Version)

Slow-cooked chicken in a creamy Alfredo sauce with garlic, Parmesan, and herbs for comforting meals.

# Components:

→ Meats

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
04 - 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
05 - 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (optional)

→ Sauce & Dairy

06 - 2 cups heavy cream
07 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed

→ Seasonings

11 - 1 tsp salt
12 - ½ tsp black pepper
13 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
14 - ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Pasta

15 - 12 oz fettuccine or linguine, cooked according to package instructions

# Directions:

01 - Place chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - Distribute minced garlic and chopped onion over the chicken. Add mushrooms and peas if using.
03 - Whisk heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, cream cheese, butter, salt, pepper, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes in a mixing bowl until mostly smooth.
04 - Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7 hours until the chicken is tender.
05 - Remove chicken breasts, shred or slice as preferred, then return to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.
06 - Taste the sauce, adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot over cooked pasta with optional garnishes.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Effortless slow-cooker dump meal with minimal prep.
  • Rich and creamy Alfredo sauce made from scratch with simple ingredients.
  • Customizable with optional vegetables like mushrooms, peas, and onion.
  • Perfectly tender chicken breasts infused with Italian herbs and garlic.
  • Ideal for busy weeknights or casual family dinners.
02 -
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened for easier mixing into the sauce.
  • Cook chicken on low if you have extra time for even more tender meat.
  • Add vegetables early in cooking to soften or wait until later for firmer texture.
  • If sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of chicken broth or cream before serving.
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