Description
A comforting slow cooker pasta dish that combines tender chicken, zesty Italian flavors, and creamy cheese for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet Italian dressing mix
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by placing the chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Pour chicken broth and Italian dressing mix over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Meanwhile, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Add fresh spinach to the slow cooker in the last 10 minutes; fold until wilted.
- Serve the creamy chicken mix over the cooked penne pasta.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread. For lighter options, consider steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg