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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Pasta Bake

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This Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Pasta Bake is the ultimate comfort food, featuring juicy chicken, tender pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy, cheesy sauce slow-cooked to perfection. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 12 oz dry pasta (penne or rigatoni)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Chopped fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)
  • Extra parmesan, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brush the bottom and sides of your crockpot insert with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Place chicken breasts into the crockpot. Cut into large chunks if desired for faster, even cooking.
  3. Add minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) over the chicken. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Gently stir to combine, ensuring chicken is mostly submerged.
  5. Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 6-7 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
  6. Remove chicken and shred with two forks or chop into bite-sized pieces. Return to crockpot and stir.
  7. Stir in uncooked dry pasta, grated parmesan, and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella. Ensure pasta is mostly covered by liquid; add more broth if needed.
  8. Cover and cook on HIGH for 30-40 minutes, stirring once halfway, until pasta is tender but not mushy.
  9. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella on top. Cover for another 5 minutes until melted. For a crispy top, transfer to a broiler-safe dish and broil for 2-3 minutes.
  10. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and extra parmesan. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Add pasta near the end to avoid mushiness. Use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor. Adjust liquid as needed based on your crockpot. For gluten-free, use chickpea or gluten-free pasta. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream and dairy-free cheese. Let the bake rest before serving for a thicker sauce.

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