Name: Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti
Ingredients: Boneless skinless chicken breasts: You can also make chicken spaghetti using boneless, skinless chicken thighs.; Onions, celery, bell pepper, and garlic: These vegetables are the aromatics that supply the flavor foundation of the chicken spaghetti.; Italian seasoning: If you don’t have this seasoning blend on hand, you can use equal parts of basil, oregano, and thyme.; Diced tomatoes with green chilies: Add the juices along with the tomatoes to the chicken spaghetti. If you find green chilies to be too spicy for your liking, you can substitute petite diced tomatoes instead.; Cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese: All these ingredients supply the “creamy” part of chicken spaghetti.; Spaghetti noodles: You could also use angel hair pasta in chicken spaghetti if you prefer pasta that has a more delicate mouthfeel. Angel hair pasta will also cook a tiny bit more quickly than spaghetti.

Description

Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti is a delicious, creamy pasta dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This comforting meal features tender chicken, savory vegetables, and spaghetti noodles, all cooked together in a slow cooker. The result is a rich, flavorful dish that your family will love.

Ingredients

Boneless skinless chicken breasts: You can also make chicken spaghetti using boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
Onions, celery, bell pepper, and garlic: These vegetables are the aromatics that supply the flavor foundation of the chicken spaghetti.
Italian seasoning: If you don’t have this seasoning blend on hand, you can use equal parts of basil, oregano, and thyme.
Diced tomatoes with green chilies: Add the juices along with the tomatoes to the chicken spaghetti. If you find green chilies to be too spicy for your liking, you can substitute petite diced tomatoes instead.
Cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese: All these ingredients supply the “creamy” part of chicken spaghetti.
Spaghetti noodles: You could also use angel hair pasta in chicken spaghetti if you prefer pasta that has a more delicate mouthfeel. Angel hair pasta will also cook a tiny bit more quickly than spaghetti.

Instructions

Prepping the Chicken and Vegetables: Dice vegetables and trim chicken breasts.
Sautéing Aromatics: Sauté onions, garlic, celery, and bell pepper for maximum flavor.
Combining Ingredients: Layer sautéed vegetables, chicken, canned goods, and cream cheese in the slow cooker.
Cooking: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Shredding Chicken: Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the slow cooker.
Final Steps: Cook spaghetti noodles, combine with the chicken mixture, and melt in shredded cheese.
Adjusting Consistency: Use reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2-3 months.
Reheating: Reheat in the microwave or stovetop, adding a splash of milk, cream, or chicken broth to maintain creaminess.