Introduction
Nothing beats the comfort of a warm, cheesy dinner after a long day, especially when it’s been slow-cooking to perfection while you go about your business. This Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Slow Cooker Delight is the ultimate cozy meal, made for those busy weeknights when you want a hearty, flavorful dish without spending hours in the kitchen. The rich Alfredo sauce, perfectly tender chicken, and oozy cheese come together with a garlicky touch and fragrant basil for a dinner that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
One of the best things about this recipe is its simplicity. With just a few easy steps, you can toss the ingredients into the slow cooker, set it, and forget it until mealtime. The creamy Alfredo sauce and tender chicken breasts slowly meld together over several hours, allowing the flavors to develop beautifully. And right at the end, adding a generous sprinkle of provolone and Romano cheeses gives the dish a satisfying, gooey finish. Paired with perfectly cooked penne pasta, it’s comfort food at its finest.
Whether you’re serving this for a casual family dinner or preparing it for a larger gathering, this Cheesy Chicken Alfredo will be a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It’s also versatile – feel free to add sautéed mushrooms for a deeper flavor or pair it with a fresh salad for a balanced meal. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, this dish will leave everyone satisfied and craving more!
Recipe: Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Slow Cooker Delight 🧀🍗
Ingredients:
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 2 cups Creamy Alfredo Sauce
- 1 cup Shredded Provolone Cheese
- ½ cup Grated Romano Cheese
- 4 cups Cooked Penne Pasta
- 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Dried Basil
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp Butter
Directions:
- Grease the Slow Cooker: Coat the inside of the slow cooker with butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the Alfredo sauce over the chicken, then add the minced garlic, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Add Cheese: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded provolone and grated Romano cheese over the chicken. Cover and cook until the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve: Serve over the cooked penne pasta and enjoy!
Prep Time:
- 10 minutes
Cook Time:
- 4-6 hours (slow cooker)
Calories:
- ~495 kcal per serving
Tips:
- Add sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Pair with a simple side salad for a balanced meal.
CHEESY CHICKEN ALFREDO SLOW COOKER DELIGHT
Nothing beats the comfort of a warm, cheesy dinner after a long day, especially when it’s been slow-cooking to perfection while you go about your business. This Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Slow Cooker Delight is the ultimate cozy meal, made for those busy weeknights when you want a hearty, flavorful dish without spending hours in the kitchen. The rich Alfredo sauce, perfectly tender chicken, and oozy cheese come together with a garlicky touch and fragrant basil for a dinner that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 2 cups Creamy Alfredo Sauce
- 1 cup Shredded Provolone Cheese
- ½ cup Grated Romano Cheese
- 4 cups Cooked Penne Pasta
- 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Dried Basil
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp Butter
Instructions
- Grease the Slow Cooker: Coat the inside of the slow cooker with butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the Alfredo sauce over the chicken, then add the minced garlic, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Add Cheese: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded provolone and grated Romano cheese over the chicken. Cover and cook until the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve: Serve over the cooked penne pasta and enjoy!
Prep Time:
- 10 minutes
Cook Time:
- 4-6 hours (slow cooker)
Calories:
- ~495 kcal per serving
Notes
- Add sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Pair with a simple side salad for a balanced meal.