❓Can you put jar Alfredo sauce in a slow cooker?

Yes, and it’s a total weeknight game-changer especially for Crockpot Chicken Alfredo . Jarred Alfredo sauce holds up surprisingly well in the slow cooker, especially when paired with cream cheese and grated parmesan . These help stabilize the sauce and give it a silky, homemade vibe. 💡 Pro tip: Stir it with your other ingredients before cooking so it coats the chicken evenly and melts beautifully.

❓Can you just put raw chicken in a slow cooker?

Absolutely. The slow cooker was made for exactly this gently cooking raw chicken until it’s fork-tender and juicy. Just make sure: Your chicken reaches 165°F internally You cook it on LOW for 4–6 hours or HIGH for 2.5–3.5 hours You don’t overload the pot or keep opening the lid Once it’s done, shred and stir it back into the sauce. Easy and safe!

❓Can you put raw chicken in a slow cooker with pasta?

Sort of but when it comes to Crockpot Chicken Alfredo , it’s better to wait on the pasta. If you add raw chicken and pasta at the same time, the pasta can turn gummy or dissolve before the chicken’s fully cooked. Not cute. 😬 The best method? Cook the raw chicken in sauce first Shred it once done THEN add dry pasta + 1/2 to 3/4 cup water or broth Cook on HIGH for 25–35 minutes , until pasta is tender This method gives you creamy, perfectly-cooked pasta and juicy chicken.

❓What is the difference between chicken Alfredo and fettuccine Alfredo?

Great question and one that gets confused a lot! Fettuccine Alfredo is the classic: pasta tossed with a creamy sauce made from butter, cream, and Parmesan (traditionally without meat). Chicken Alfredo is the heartier cousin: same creamy sauce, but with sliced or shredded chicken added in.

The Best 1 Creamy Crockpot Chicken Alfredo With Cream Cheese

Name: Creamy Crockpot Chicken Alfredo (Set It & Forget It!)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 h 30 min
Total time: 4 h 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: – 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; – 1 (15 oz) jar Alfredo sauce; – 4 oz cream cheese, cubed; – 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; – 1/2 tsp garlic powder; – 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning; – 8 oz dry penne or rotini pasta; – 1/2 to 3/4 cup water or chicken broth; – Optional: 1 cup baby spinach, sautéed mushrooms, peas, bacon bits

Ingredients

– 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

– 1 (15 oz) jar Alfredo sauce

– 4 oz cream cheese, cubed

– 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

– 1/2 tsp garlic powder

– 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

– 8 oz dry penne or rotini pasta

– 1/2 to 3/4 cup water or chicken broth

– Optional: 1 cup baby spinach, sautéed mushrooms, peas, bacon bits

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Instructions

1. **Add to Crockpot**: Place chicken, Alfredo sauce, cream cheese, parmesan, and seasonings in the slow cooker. Stir to coat chicken.

2. **Cook Chicken**: Cover and cook on **LOW for 4–5 hours** or **HIGH for 2.5–3.5 hours**, until chicken is fully cooked.

3. **Shred Chicken**: Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to the crockpot.

4. **Add Pasta**: Stir in dry pasta and 1/2 to 3/4 cup water or broth. Cook on **HIGH for 25–35 minutes**, stirring once halfway through.

5. **Finish & Serve**: Once pasta is tender, stir well. Add baby spinach or peas if using. Season to taste. Serve hot with more cheese or parsley.

Notes

– Don’t add the pasta at the beginning it’ll get mushy.

– Stir in a splash of milk when reheating to keep it creamy.

– Want a spicier kick? Add red pepper flakes at the end!

Author: EMMA
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired