Name: Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 5 min
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast,; 16 oz. Olive Garden Italian dressing; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 8 oz. cream cheese; 16 oz. penne pasta, cooked according to package directions and drain well; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Is there anything better than pasta paired with a creamy sauce and tender, filling chicken?

Yes, there is—when you add a splash of Olive Garden dressing, an American classic inspired by incredible Italian flavors.

This Olive Garden chicken pasta cooked in a slow cooker perfectly combines creaminess and bright, zesty flavors.

On top of all, it is so easy to make.

Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes

This slow cooker chicken pasta combines creamy goodness with a zesty Olive Garden twist, delivering comfort food that is so easy to make.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast,
16 oz. Olive Garden Italian dressing
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. black pepper
8 oz. cream cheese
16 oz. penne pasta, cooked according to package directions and drain well
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 425Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 700mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 3gSugar: 2gProtein: 34g

Instructions

1. Place Chicken in Slow Cooker: Arrange the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.

2. Add Dressing and Seasoning: Pour the Olive Garden Italian dressing over the chicken, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and ground black pepper.

3. Top with Cream Cheese: Set the cream cheese block on top of the seasoned chicken.

Raw chicken breasts with other ingredients in a slow cooker

4. Slow Cook the Chicken: Secure the lid and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or on LOW for 5-6 hours.

Chicken breasts well-coated by sauce cooking in slow cooker

5. Cook Pasta on Stovetop: Near the end of the cooking time, boil the pasta according to the instructions on the package.

Penne pasta boiling in the pot on a stovetop

6. Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred the tender chicken directly in the slow cooker.

Shredded chicken and creamy sauce cooking in a slow cooker

7. Mix Pasta with Chicken and Sauce: Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the slow cooker, stirring well to combine it with the shredded chicken and creamy sauce.

Olive Garden chicken pasta cooking in a slow cooker

8. Sprinkle Extra Parmesan: Add a final sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.

9. Serve and Savor: Spoon the creamy chicken pasta onto plates and enjoy a satisfying, flavorful meal!

Olive Garden chicken pasta just served on a plate

If you want to fully enjoy the incredible flavors of this dish, it is best to serve it hot. Also, it pairs amazingly with green salad, garlic bread, and steamed vegetables.