Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti

This Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti is a great recipe if you are looking for a simple dinner to make on a busy weeknight. It comes together easily with cream soups, which add both flavor and a rich, creamy consistency to the sauce.

I like to make this for my family because it’s one of the few meals I know they will eat consistently. It’s so hard to please picky eaters, and this is wonderful for that.

This is a Rotel chicken pasta that uses cream cheese, cheddar, and mozzarella to make it extra cheesy and creamy. The combination of cheeses pairs perfectly with the Rotel diced tomatoes with onions and green chiles, which keep the dish from feeling too heavy and rich.

If you like crockpot chicken recipes, you will love Crockpot Ranch Chicken and Potatoes, Crockpot Huli Huli Chicken, Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, Crockpot Angel Chicken and Crock Pot Bourbon Chicken.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• It’s a budget-friendly recipe: This slow cooker chicken spaghetti utilizes inexpensive ingredients to create a yummy meal that won’t break the bank.
• It takes just a few minutes to prepare: Prep for this recipe is simple and quick, leaving you with more time to relax at the end of the day.
• It's a picky eater approved: If you have a picky eater in your life, serve them some cheesy chicken spaghetti. I guarantee they will love it!

Ingredients

These are all the components needed to make creamy Rotel chicken spaghetti. They are simple ingredients that include cream soups and a variety of cheeses to impart flavor to the recipe quickly and easily.

• Chicken breasts: I like to use chicken breasts in this recipe because they shred the easiest. If you want to use chicken thighs, you may have to increase the cooking time to ensure they are cooked thoroughly. I don’t recommend bone-in chicken for this recipe.
• Seasonings: I use salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. I keep it simple because the other ingredients add plenty of great flavor to the dish.
• Cream soups: Cream of chicken and cream of mushroom are my top choices, especially for slow cooker recipes. They add the perfect amount of depth, while providing a creamy base for the sauce.
• Chicken broth: To keep the sauce from becoming too thick, I add some chicken broth. Feel free to use water and chicken bouillon instead.
• Diced tomatoes: You can use any variety or heat level of Rotel tomatoes that you’d like. Choose hot for more spice or mild if you prefer less heat.
• Cheese: I use cream cheese, cheddar, and mozzarella. This combination of cheeses adds creamy texture and subtle flavors.
• Spaghetti: This will be cooked separately and added to the slow cooker later. Follow the directions on the package for al dente cooking.

See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.

Variations

• Crockpot chicken and rice: Try this recipe with cooked white rice instead of spaghetti for a different texture.
• Crockpot shrimp spaghetti: Make this with shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood version.
• Gluten-free crockpot chicken spaghetti: Use gluten-free spaghetti and cream soups to make this recipe accommodating to anyone who doesn’t or can’t eat gluten.

How to Make Chicken Spaghetti in the Slow Cooker

Here are the instructions on how to make crockpot chicken spaghetti with cream cheese and Rotel. I like to spray the bottom of the crockpot so the chicken doesn’t stick to it. You can also use a liner if you prefer.

Step 1: Season the chicken. Sprinkle the seasonings generously on both sides of each chicken breast. 

Step 2: Make the sauce mixture. Whisk together the broth, cream soups, and Rotel in a large mixing bowl until everything is well mixed and the sauce is super creamy.

Step 3: Add everything to the crockpot. Place the chicken breasts on the bottom of the crockpot. Then, carefully pour the sauce mixture over the top of the chicken. Make sure the chicken is fully coated to keep it perfectly juicy and flavorful. Finally, add cubes of cream cheese.

Step 4: Cook. Secure the lid and cook the chicken on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be very tender and cooked through!

Step 5: Shred the chicken. Remove the chicken from the crockpot and place it on a cutting board or in a large bowl. Shred it using two forks and set it aside for the moment.

Step 6: Add shredded cheese to the sauce. Pour the shredded cheese into the crockpot. Whisk the cheese into the hot sauce mixture until it is well incorporated and melted.

Step 7: Return the chicken to the pot. Put the shredded chicken back into the crockpot.

Step 8: Stir in spaghetti and garnish. Carefully stir in the cooked spaghetti. Then, top it with fresh parsley for brightness and color before serving!

If you love recipes like this cheesy spaghetti, you may also enjoy this Cheesy Spaghetti Pie.

Storage Directions

• Storing: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Place the spaghetti into a freezer-safe container and freeze it for up to 2 months.
• Reheating: This crockpot cheesy chicken spaghetti is best reheated in a saucepan over medium-low heat. You can also cover a portion with a paper towel and heat it in the microwave if you prefer.
• Make Ahead: Combine the sauce ingredients and add to the crockpot insert with the seasoned chicken. Cover the crockpot insert and place it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before you cook it. Make the spaghetti and your prep is finished!

Serving Suggestions

• Looking for a delicious vegetable side dish? Roasted red cabbage steaks, Instant Pot asparagus, and sauteed spinach with carrots are all easy to make and pair well with the cheesy chicken pasta.
• Bread is great for soaking up the extra sauce. I like to make frozen biscuits in the air fryer to accompany this meal because they’re easy and taste good with the cheesy sauce.
• A unique, yet tasty side dish is broccoli cornbread. I feel like the flavors meld well together.

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Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti

Karin and Ken

Easy Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti is a delicious weeknight dinner favorite. The juicy chicken is slow-cooked in a creamy, cheesy sauce and combined with spaghetti.

5 from 5 votes

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 6 Servings

Calories 508 kcal

Equipment

• Slow Cooker

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound chicken breasts
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 10.5-ounce can cream of chicken soup
• 1 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with onions and chiles undrained
• 4 ounces cream cheese diced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 8 ounces spaghetti noodles cooked and drained
• Optional fresh parsley for garnishing

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Instructions

 

• Spray the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
• Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, then place them in the prepared slow cooker.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and canned tomatoes with their juices, then pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
• Top the chicken and sauce with the diced cream cheese, spreading it evenly.
• Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
• Remove the chicken from the slow cooker, shred it using two forks.
• While the chicken is out of the slow cooker, whisk the softened cream cheese into the sauce in the slow cooker until smooth and fully incorporated.
• Stir in the cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese, mixing until the cheese is melted and evenly combined then return the chicken to the pan.
• While the cheeses are melting, cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain completely then add to the slow cooker and toss to combine.
• Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then serve.

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Notes

• Reheat leftover chicken spaghetti in a saucepan over medium-low heat for best results. You can also use the microwave for an individual portion. Add some broth or milk to loosen it up if needed.
• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
• Cook the spaghetti separately for best results. I do not recommend adding dry spaghetti to the crockpot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 508kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 1446mgPotassium: 525mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 698IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 270mgIron: 2mg

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This post was originally published December 2021. It's been updated with fresh images and content.