Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta 🍝🍗:
Ingredients 🍝
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 🍗
– 1 packet (1 ounce) Italian seasoning mix 🌿
– 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup 🍲
– 1 cup chicken broth 🥣
– 1/2 cup milk 🥛
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
– 1 cup sliced mushrooms 🍄
– 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (optional) 🍅
– 8 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice) 🍝
– Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional) 🌿
Preparation 🍳
1. Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning mix evenly over the chicken. 🍗🌿
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. 🍲🥣🧀
3. Add Vegetables: Add the sliced mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine. 🍄🍅
4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked. 🍗🕒
5. Prepare Pasta: About 20-30 minutes before serving, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 🍝
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. 🍗🍲
7. Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the slow cooker and gently mix until the pasta is coated with the sauce. 🍝
8. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta! 😋🍽️