Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Carbonara is a creamy, indulgent dish that turns simple ingredients into a gourmet delight. Tender chicken breasts simmer alongside al dente pasta in a rich, luscious sauce, making it the perfect option for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With minimal prep and the magic of slow cooking, this meal is sure to impress your family and friends while delivering comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop garlic and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine ingredients: In a slow cooker, mix chicken, garlic, soy sauce, and heavy cream.
- Add pasta: After about 3 hours on high heat, stir in uncooked pasta.
- Add cheese: Once the dish is fully cooked (about 6 hours on low), mix in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve: Plate the dish and garnish with parsley or extra cheese as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg