CrockPot Marry Me Chicken Pasta filled my kitchen with the kind of rich, creamy aroma that instantly makes everyone ask what’s cooking before they even walk into the room.
After making this recipe for dinner last night, I understood exactly why it has such a memorable name. The combination of tender shredded chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, savory marinara, and sun-dried tomatoes creates a comforting pasta dish that tastes like something from a cozy Italian restaurant.
What I loved most was how effortless it felt while the slow cooker did most of the work for me.
Key Ingredients in CrockPot Marry Me Chicken Pasta
1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 teaspoons garlic minced
1Â teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1Â teaspoon onion powder
1Â teaspoon black pepper
â…“ cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
1 (15 ounce) jar alfredo sauce
1 (15 ounce) jar marinara sauce
½ cup parmesan cheese shredded
½ cup mozzarella cheese
2 cups spinach
1 pound cavatappi pasta
How to Make CrockPot Marry Me Chicken Pasta Step-by-Step
-Place the chicken breasts into a 6-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle the garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the chicken.
-Pour the Alfredo sauce and marinara sauce directly over the seasoned chicken. Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on high for 2½ to 3½ hours or on low for 4 to 5 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
-Remove the lid and shred the chicken carefully using two forks. The chicken should fall apart easily after cooking.
-Stir the spinach, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese into the sauce. Cover again and allow everything to cook for another 30 minutes until the cheese melts completely and the spinach softens.
-While the sauce finishes cooking, boil the cavatappi pasta in salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain well.
-Add the cooked pasta directly into the slow cooker and gently toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.
-Serve warm with extra parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish if desired.
Conclusion
After making CrockPot Marry Me Chicken Pasta, it quickly became one of those comforting recipes I know I’ll return to again and again. The creamy sauce, tender chicken, and perfectly coated pasta create a cozy meal that feels special without requiring complicated steps. It’s the kind of dinner that brings everyone back for seconds and makes weeknight cooking feel effortless and satisfying.