Tender and juicy chicken breast smothered in a homemade alfredo sauce, all whipped up in the crockpot. This Crockpot Chicken Alfredo is fast becoming a family favorite!
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Lusciously creamy and loaded with flavor, you can’t go wrong with this crockpot chicken Alfredo recipe! Chicken breasts are made super tender in the slow cooker and the sauce adds such a depth of flavor.
Looking for more Italian recipes? Why not also try my Chicken Piccata Recipe or my Stuffed Chicken Marsala!
Why You’ll Love this Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe:
- Creamy: Made with heavy cream, this easy alfredo sauce is sublimely delicious.
- Kid Friendly: Packed with protein, the flavors are perfectly balanced. Even picky eaters will gobble this up!
- Satisfying: Serve up with pasta for a hearty meal.
This is easy, dreamy, creamy pasta dish is pure comfort food!
How to Make Crockpot Chicken Alfredo
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- Add your seasoned chicken and sauce ingredients to the crockpot.
- Cook for 2 hours, then set the chicken aside.
- Add the pasta to the crockpot and cook for 20 mins.
- Add back in the chicken and heat through.
- Serve and enjoy!
Alfredo is the name of the inventor of the dish, Alfredo de Lelio. Alfredo has come to mean a pasta dish tossed with butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese.
Yes, you can absolutely cook pasta right in the crockpot. I recommend cooking the pasta in the last 20 minutes so that it doesn’t overcook.
This recipe improves upon classic chicken Alfredo by seasoning the meat and sauce with Italian seasoning. To kick it up a notch, add ¼ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. If you have the time, it’s also a great idea to brown the chicken on high for a few minutes before adding the heavy cream and chicken broth.
Chicken, sauce and noodles – all cooked up in a lip smacking, one pot meal!
Storage Instructions
Store leftover chicken Alfredo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing chicken Alfredo.
Chicken Alfredo Variations
To take your chicken Alfredo to the next level, try these variations:
- Add Greens: Once the pasta has fully cooked, add in some spinach or kale and stir until wilted.
- Swap Pastas: Try a different shape of pasta, such as bowties or rigatoni.
- Swap Proteins: Try making salmon, shrimp, or meatball Alfredo!
- Add Veggies: Add broccoli florets, peas, or carrots for a veggie boost.
- Add Pork: Add in chopped bacon or pancetta for an umami kick.
Tip for Better Chicken Alfredo
If you have time, brown your chicken breasts in the crockpot set on high before adding the chicken broth and heavy cream. This will give the chicken a nice crust and create some brown bits to add flavor to the sauce.
Rustle up this creamy pasta meal in the slow cooker with no fuss and no mess! This super easy chicken alfredo is made using mainly kitchen staples, it’s so easy you’ll want to have this in your weeknight meal plan!
If you’ve made this recipe, please be sure to let us know by leaving a star rating or a comment below. Enjoy!
Crockpot Chicken Alfredo Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into cubes (½ stick)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
- Chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Equipment
Instructions
- Add the chicken to a 6-quart crockpot. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the heavy cream and broth. Scatter the cubes of butter and minced garlic over the top of the chicken.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 cups heavy cream, 1 cup low sodium chicken broth, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cloves garlic
- Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and 165°F internally. Remove the chicken and place it on a cutting board. Slice or chop when cooled.
- To the slow cooker, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until combined. Add the dry pasta, toss and ensure it is all covered, and continue to cook on high for about 20 minutes.½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, 8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
- When the pasta is nearly cooked, return the chicken to the crock and heat through. Turn off the heat and allow to cool a bit to thicken the sauce, then serve garnished with Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.Chopped fresh parsley
Notes
- If you have time, brown your chicken breasts in the crockpot set on high before adding the chicken broth and heavy cream. This will give the chicken a nice crust and create some brown bits to add flavor to the sauce.
Tom Jones says
good
Becky Hardin says
Thanks for stopping by, Tom! I’d love to know what would make this recipe 5 stars in your book!
Tiffany Pace says
My whole family thought this was the absolute best chicken Alfredo I’ve ever made! Made a big pot and had leftovers for the next day! Definitely give this 5 star rating
Becky Hardin says
That’s so wonderful to hear! Thanks so much for sharing, Tiffany!
Alyssa says
About how long does it take to brown the chicken breasts in the crockpot for those that want to do that additional step?
Becky Hardin says
It should take about 5 minutes!
Erin says
Does the chicken need to be thawed or can it be frozen? How does the browning of the chicken work in both of these?
Becky Hardin says
You can use frozen chicken, but you won’t be able to do the optional browning step!
Missy says
It was very simple to make in the crock. My kids routinely ask for Alfred. This recipes was so easy and tasted like I stood over it the entire time thanks and it was stuff you have on hand thanks
Becky Hardin says
I’m so glad it was a hit, Missy! Thanks so much for stopping by!
Julie says
I didn’t use cream cheese but the milk curdled. Waste of ingredients!
Becky Hardin says
Hi Julie, I’m sorry to hear that this recipe didn’t work out for you! Unfortunately, I don’t recommend using milk instead of heavy cream in this recipe, as you won’t get the same good result.
Jenay Andrijeski says
I love it and so easy. Love that you can cook it in the crockpot
Becky Hardin says
I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe, Jenay!
Kayla says
Would I be able to use jar sauce instead of heavy cream?
Becky Hardin says
If you’d like to use jarred sauce, add the sauce to the chicken in step 1, and omit the butter, garlic, and cheese!