For a richer flavor, consider using homemade pesto. Fresh basil pesto will elevate the dish to another level. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and add it to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Feel free to substitute other types of pasta, such as rotini or penne, if desired. Adjust cooking time accordingly. This dish is excellent served with a side of crusty bread for soaking up the delicious sauce.
Slow Cooker Creamy Pesto Chicken and Pasta
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME5 hrs
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TOTAL TIME5 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS13
Transform simple ingredients into a symphony of flavors with this effortless slow cooker recipe. Tender chicken, bathed in a luxurious pesto cream sauce, melds perfectly with egg noodles and a generous blanket of Parmesan-Romano-Asiago cheese. A comforting and aromatic dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate46 g
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Cholesterol231 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein50 g
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Saturated Fat24 g
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Sodium1075 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat50 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker. Add chicken broth and water to ensure the chicken is adequately covered. Season generously with salt and pepper. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02
Step
3 hrs
Cover the slow cooker and cook on High until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink inside. (Cook time: approximately 3 hours)
03
Step
10 mins
Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Add 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and the entire jar of pesto. Stir to combine. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
04
Step
1 hrs
Continue to cook on High for another hour, allowing the pesto and cream to meld with the chicken. (Cook time: 1 hour)
05
Step
5 mins
Add the remaining 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, egg noodles, and 3/4 of the grated Parmesan-Romano-Asiago cheese to the slow cooker. Add milk to adjust the consistency. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
06
Step
1 hrs
Cook on High until the egg noodles are tender and cooked through, about 1 hour more. For a thinner sauce, add extra milk as needed. (Cook time: 1 hour)
07
StepBefore serving, top with the remaining grated Parmesan-Romano-Asiago cheese for a final flourish of flavor.
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Elvis Bergstrom
Jun 28, 2025This is restaurant quality! My guests were so impressed.
Charlene Gutkowski
Jun 25, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it.
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Jun 23, 2025The pesto flavor is so rich and creamy. Definitely a keeper!
Aglae Kuphal
Jun 20, 2025I used gluten-free pasta and it worked perfectly.
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Jun 3, 2025Next time, I'll try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
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Jun 1, 2025The only change I made was to add more cheese!
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