Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ—:

Ingredients ๐Ÿ
โ€“ 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts ๐Ÿ—
โ€“ 1 packet (1 ounce) Italian seasoning mix ๐ŸŒฟ
โ€“ 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup ๐Ÿฒ
โ€“ 1 cup chicken broth ๐Ÿฅฃ
โ€“ 1/2 cup milk ๐Ÿฅ›
โ€“ 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese ๐Ÿง€
โ€“ 1 cup sliced mushrooms ๐Ÿ„
โ€“ 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (optional) ๐Ÿ…
โ€“ 8 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice) ๐Ÿ
โ€“ Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional) ๐ŸŒฟ

Preparation ๐Ÿณ
1. Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning mix evenly over the chicken. ๐Ÿ—๐ŸŒฟ

2. Make Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, milk, and Parmesan cheese until smooth. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker. ๐Ÿฒ๐Ÿฅฃ๐Ÿง€

3. Add Vegetables: Add the sliced mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine. ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ…

4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked. ๐Ÿ—๐Ÿ•’

5. Prepare Pasta: About 20-30 minutes before serving, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. ๐Ÿ

6. Shred Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, shred it directly in the slow cooker using two forks and stir to combine with the sauce. ๐Ÿ—๐Ÿฒ

7. Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the slow cooker and gently mix until the pasta is coated with the sauce. ๐Ÿ

8. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿฝ๏ธ