Creamy Pesto Chicken and Pasta Made Easy in Your Slow Cooker

This slow cooker creamy pesto chicken and pasta recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. The tender chicken is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with basil pesto, cream cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. The dish is served over al dente pasta, creating a creamy and comforting meal that the entire family will love. The best part? The slow cooker does most of the work, allowing you to come home to a delicious dinner without much effort. This recipe combines the convenience of a slow cooker with the flavors of a classic Italian dish.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup basil pesto
• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 pound pasta, cooked according to package instructions

Directions

1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the basil pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, cream cheese, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Shred the chicken using two forks and mix it back into the sauce in the slow cooker.
6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
7. Serve the creamy pesto chicken and sauce over cooked pasta.
8. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

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