Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti
Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti is a flavorful and comforting slow-cooked pasta dish featuring tender chicken, a rich tomato-based sauce, and perfectly cooked spaghetti. This easy set-it-and-forget-it meal is perfect for busy weeknights and sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3.5-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6.5-7.5 hours
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner, Slow Cooker Recipes, Pasta
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 3 lbs skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz spaghetti (regular, whole wheat, or gluten-free)
- Fresh parsley, dill, or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Base – In a slow cooker, combine diced carrots, celery, onion, minced garlic, tomato sauce, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Add Chicken – Place the chicken thighs in the mixture, ensuring they are submerged.
- Slow Cook – Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred Chicken – Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the slow cooker.
- Cook Spaghetti – Break the spaghetti in half, add it to the slow cooker, stir to coat, and cook on high for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
- Serve – Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
- For a cheesy version, stir in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella or cheddar before adding spaghetti.
- To prevent mushy pasta, monitor the spaghetti closely during cooking.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or use spicy Italian seasoning.
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free spaghetti.
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