When it comes to cozy, satisfying meals that practically cook themselves, this Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate winner. Perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd, this recipe combines tender chicken, a velvety tomato-based sauce, and perfectly cooked spaghetti. It’s a no-fuss dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds—and maybe even thirds!
What Makes This Recipe Special?
There’s something magical about a slow cooker meal. You toss in the ingredients, go about your day, and come back to the mouthwatering aroma of dinner ready to be served. This recipe takes it a step further by combining two comfort food staples: chicken spaghetti and a creamy tomato sauce. The result? A rich, cheesy pasta dish that tastes like it came straight from a restaurant.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what you’ll need to bring this dish to life:
• Spaghetti sauce: Two jars of Classico Tomato and Basil (or your favorite brand) provide the perfect tomato base.
• Cream of chicken soup: This adds creaminess and depth to the sauce.
• Seasonings: Dried oregano, basil, and garlic powder create a well-rounded, Italian-inspired flavor.
• Cream cheese: The secret to that irresistible creamy texture.
• Chicken breast: Diced and cooked to tender perfection in the slow cooker.
• Mozzarella cheese: Melts into gooey goodness on top of the pasta.
• Spaghetti: The vessel that soaks up all that delicious sauce.
How to Make It
1. Combine the Ingredients
Start by adding the spaghetti sauce, cream of chicken soup, seasonings, cream cheese, and diced chicken into your slow cooker. Stir everything together, leaving the cream cheese in cubes.
2. Cook Low and Slow
Cover the slow cooker and set it to LOW for six hours. This gives the chicken time to become tender and allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
3. Cook the Pasta
About 20 minutes before the slow cooker finishes, cook your spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. Bring It All Together
Stir the cooked spaghetti into the slow cooker. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top, cover, and let it melt for a few minutes.
5. Serve and Enjoy
Dish out this creamy, cheesy goodness and watch as it disappears from plates!
Tips and Variations
• Double the Cream Cheese: For an extra rich sauce, use 16 ounces of cream cheese instead of 8.
• Add Veggies: Stir in spinach or sautéed mushrooms for added nutrition and flavor.
• Make It Spicy: A pinch of crushed red pepper or diced jalapeños can add a little heat.
• Gluten-Free Option: Swap the spaghetti for your favorite gluten-free pasta.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Spaghetti is a meal you’ll return to again and again. It’s:
• Effortless: Minimal prep and the slow cooker does the heavy lifting.
• Family-Friendly: Even the pickiest eaters will fall in love with its creamy, cheesy goodness.
• Perfect for Leftovers: The flavors only get better the next day!
So, whether you’re planning a big family dinner or just want an easy meal that feels like a warm hug, this recipe has you covered. Give it a try, and don’t forget to share your experience!
Did you make this recipe? Let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
Creamy Chicken Spaghetti (Slow Cooker Recipe)
This recipe yields a hearty, flavorful meal with tender chicken in a rich, creamy spaghetti sauce. Perfect for feeding a crowd!
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 6 hours hrs
Total Time 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 474 kcal
- 48 oz. spaghetti sauce two jars of Classico Tomato & Basil recommended
- 21 oz. cream of chicken soup two 10.5 oz. cans; do not add water
- 2 tsp. dried oregano
- 2 tsp. dried basil
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 8 oz. cream cheese cubed
- 2 lbs. chicken breasts diced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 lb. spaghetti cooked according to package directions
Combine Ingredients: In a slow cooker, add the spaghetti sauce, cream of chicken soup, oregano, basil, garlic powder, cream cheese, and diced chicken. Stir until combined. (The cream cheese will remain in cubes at this stage, which is fine.)
Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours. Avoid lifting the lid during the cooking time.
Prepare Pasta: Cook spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain thoroughly.
Assemble: Add the cooked spaghetti to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
Melt Cheese: Cover the slow cooker for a few minutes until the cheese melts. Serve and enjoy!
• Recipe Variations: Kierstyn’s original version calls for 16 oz. of cream cheese and incorporates the mozzarella into the sauce at the start. Both methods are delicious—choose your favorite!
• Nutritional Information: Values are approximate and based on 1/10 of the recipe. Adjust calculations if following a specific diet.
Enjoy this comforting, creamy chicken spaghetti!