Crock pot chicken spaghetti is a rich, creamy spaghetti dish loaded with classic flavor and a tasty twist of Rotel with green chillies. It's an easy, delicious dinner that's perfect for the whole family any day of the week.
Who doesn't love spaghetti? I can't think of anyone. Guess what else people love? Creamy slow cooker dinners! I combined those two into this delicious chicken spaghetti featuring tender chicken and a rich, creamy sauce with a little kick of Rotel. It's delicious, easy, and perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
This recipe was inspired by another creamy chicken recipe that I tweaked just a bit. It's a full meal in every bowl. I like to serve it with this chocolate lava cake for a sweet finish to the meal.
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Why You'll Love This Spaghetti Recipe
- The Rotel with green chillies adds a zesty kick to the creamy, cheesy sauce.
- It only takes a few simple ingredients to make.
- It's an easy recipe you can set and forget until just before dinner.
- It's a hearty meal that's also kid-friendly. Everyone will love it.
- It's freezer-friendly, making it great for meal prep.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Yellow onion - diced
- Garlic - minced
- Green bell pepper - diced
- Butter - cubed
- Italian seasoning
- Paprika
- Black pepper
- Salt
- Rotel tomatoes with green chilis
- Cream of mushroom soup
- Sour cream
- Cheddar cheese - shredded
- Spaghetti
See the recipe card at the end of the post for exact quantities.
Flavor Variations and Substitutions
- Add diced jalapeno for even more heat.
- Use vegan chicken or your favorite vegetables to make a vegetarian version.
- Use your favorite cheese to change the flavor of the dish. Mozzarella creates a milder flavor, while something like pepper jack adds a spicy kick.
- Cooked bacon or diced ham adds smoky flavor and more texture.
- Use gluten-free noodles for a gluten-free version of this recipe.
- Zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash can be used for a low-carb version.
- For a dish you can eat with a spoon, use macaroni or another short noodle in place of spaghetti noodles.
How to Make Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
1: Add all the ingredients except the sour cream and cheese to the crock pot and cook until the chicken is tender.
2: Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
3: Add the shredded chicken back to the crock pot, along with the sour cream and cheddar cheese. Mix and cook until the cheese is melted.
4: While the chicken mixture continues to cook, boil the noodles according to the package directions for al dente.
5: Drain the noodles, add them to the crock pot, and enjoy!
Hint
Be sure to cook the noodles only to al dente. This ensures that they don't get mushy when added to the chicken mixture.
Storage
Refrigerate the spaghetti for up to 4 days in an air-tight container. For longer storage, freeze it for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag with as much air removed as possible.
To reheat the spaghetti, defrost it if frozen. Then, add the spaghetti to a saucepan with a splash of milk and cook on medium-low heat until heated through.
What to Serve with This Dish
This delicious spaghetti dish is full of chicken, vegetables, and noodles, making it a full meal on its own. Keep your sides simple, or simply serve it with a dessert to make a full, delicious meal.
Tips
- For a quicker version, shred rotisserie chicken and add it at the end. This cuts down drastically on the cooking time.
- You can use chicken broth to thin out the sauce if you find it's too thick at the end. If it's too thick, just cook it a bit longer to allow it to thicken.
- Be sure to cook your noodles to al dente and no further. This prevents soggy, mushy noodles.
- Trim any excess fat off of the chicken breasts to avoid a greasy spaghetti dish.
FAQ
Yes, it is safe to put raw chicken in the crock pot. Make sure that the chicken is cooked thoroughly before serving.
For this recipe, it's best to keep the chicken covered in liquid for the best results. If your sauce is too thick during cooking, add a little bit of chicken broth or water to thin it out.
Yes, slow-cooking chicken helps to tenderize it and develop flavor. The longer you cook the chicken, the more tender and flavorful it becomes.
Yes, you can cook pasta in a slow cooker, but it's best to add pre-cooked or quick-cooking pasta during the last 30 minutes to an hour to avoid overcooking. Consider using no-boil or oven-ready noodles for certain recipes.
More Crock Pot Pasta Dishes
- Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles
- Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta
- Crock Pot Chili Mac
- Crock Pot Chicken Lasagna
- Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff
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Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 tbsp butter (cut into cubes)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 (14 oz) can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 (14 oz) cans cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2½ cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 16 oz spaghetti
Instructions
- Add chicken, onion, garlic, bell pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, black pepper, salt, Rotel tomatoes, and cream of mushroom soup to the Crock Pot.
- Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours.
- Remove chicken and shred. Add shredded chicken, sour cream, and cheddar cheese to the crock pot. Mix until well combined and continue to cook for 30 minutes.
- While cheese and sour cream are melting, cook spaghetti noodles according to the package direction to al dente. Then drain and stir into chicken and sauce.
- Server while hot and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer your chicken spaghetti without a little spice, you can substitute the Rotel tomatoes with diced tomatoes.
- If you're not a fan of cream of mushroom soup, you can easily replace it with your favorite flavor of condensed cream soup.
- To safely store any leftover chicken spaghetti, simply transfer it to an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. It can be stored for up to 4 days to maintain freshness. When you're ready to enjoy it again, you can reheat the pasta using a microwave or stove, and if the sauce has thickened, you can add a splash of milk or chicken broth to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Nutrition
*Nutrition information is an estimate. It may vary based on ingredients, brands, and changes in cooking methods listed in the recipe. If you need exact ingredient numbers, I recommend calculating them with your preferred nutrition calculator.
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