Slow Cooker Chicken Pasta Sauce Delight
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Slow Cooker Chicken Pasta Sauce Delight! This easy, hands-off recipe combines tender chicken, rich herbs, and aromatic spices, simmering perfectly in your slow cooker. With the flexibility to customize your protein choice, this dish shines whether you use chicken, beef, or even leave the meat out for a vegetarian version. Serve it over your favorite pasta and top it off with freshly grated Parmesan for a comforting meal that will please the whole family. Enjoy the convenience of set-it-and-forget-it cooking, making it a go-to solution for busy evenings!
6
Servings
400
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken breasts
4-6 (boneless and skinless)
onion
1 (medium, chopped)
oregano
2 (teaspoons, dried)
basil
2 (teaspoons, dried)
garlic
2 (cloves, minced)
dry red wine
1 (cup)
chopped tomatoes
2 (cans)
pasta sauce
2 (jars)
pasta
as needed (your choice, for serving)
Parmesan cheese
to taste (grated, optional)
Instructions
1
Start by placing the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
2
Add the chopped onion, oregano, basil, and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
3
Pour in the dry red wine, followed by the chopped tomatoes and pasta sauce, ensuring all ingredients are well distributed.
4
Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
5
About 30 minutes before serving, stir the sauce and shred the chicken directly in the pot with two forks until it’s tender and well mixed.
6
In the meantime, cook your pasta according to package instructions in boiling salted water.
7
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and serve it topped with the flavorful chicken pasta sauce.
8
Finish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your delicious meal!
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
53g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slow Cooker Chicken Pasta Sauce Delight?
It is an easy, hands-off recipe that combines tender chicken, rich herbs, and aromatic spices simmered in a slow cooker, served over pasta.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
Can I use a meat other than chicken?
Yes, you can use beef as a protein choice or omit the meat entirely for a vegetarian version.
How long should I cook the sauce on the low setting?
Set your slow cooker to cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
How long should I cook the sauce on the high setting?
Set your slow cooker to cook on high for 4 to 6 hours.
What type of chicken is recommended?
The recipe calls for 4 to 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
How do I prepare the onion for this recipe?
Use one medium onion and chop it before adding it to the slow cooker.
What herbs are used in the sauce?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of dried oregano and 2 teaspoons of dried basil.
How much garlic is required?
You will need 2 cloves of garlic, minced.
What kind of wine should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of dry red wine.
What type of tomatoes are needed?
You will need 2 cans of chopped tomatoes.
How many jars of pasta sauce should I add?
The recipe requires 2 jars of pasta sauce.
When should I shred the chicken?
Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks about 30 minutes before serving.
How is the pasta prepared?
Cook your choice of pasta in boiling salted water according to the package instructions.
Is Parmesan cheese necessary?
No, freshly grated Parmesan cheese is an optional topping used for finishing the dish.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 400 calories per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 30g of protein.
How much fat is in this dish?
There are 10g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
Each serving contains 53g of carbohydrates.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe features 10 total ingredients.
Is this recipe suitable for busy weeknights?
Yes, it is designed as a set-it-and-forget-it meal perfect for busy schedules.
Can I make a vegetarian version?
Yes, simply leave the meat out to create a vegetarian pasta sauce.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized under Chicken Pasta.
Should the chicken be placed at the bottom or top of the slow cooker?
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker first.
When do I add the herbs and garlic?
Add the chopped onion, oregano, basil, and minced garlic on top of the chicken at the start of cooking.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is described as a comforting and flavorful meal for the whole family.
Do I need to stir the sauce immediately?
No, you only need to stir the sauce about 30 minutes before serving when you shred the chicken.
Can I use any type of pasta?
Yes, you can serve the sauce over your favorite choice of pasta.
Are the chicken breasts boneless?
Yes, the recipe specifically uses boneless and skinless chicken breasts.
What makes this sauce flavorful?
The combination of dry red wine, canned tomatoes, and dried herbs creates a rich and aromatic sauce.