Description
At its core, Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is a modern fusion of convenient home cooking and classic restaurant flavors. It is a “set it and forget it” meal that utilizes a specific, famous bottled dressing to provide the primary seasoning. The dressing acts as a marinade and a braising liquid, infusing the chicken with vinegar, oil, and a secret blend of Italian herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 bottle (16 oz) Olive Garden Italian dressing
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini works best)
- 1–2 cups milk (to adjust consistency)
- Optional: broccoli or spinach
Instructions
- Add to slow cooker:
Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Pour the Italian dressing over the top. - Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender. - Shred chicken:
Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return it to the slow cooker. - Make it creamy:
Add cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, and pepper. Stir until smooth and combined. - Cook pasta separately:
Boil pasta according to package directions. Drain. - Combine:
Add cooked pasta to the slow cooker. Stir well. Add milk if needed to loosen the sauce. - Serve:
Garnish with extra Parmesan and serve warm.
Notes
With its creamy texture and zesty Italian dressing, this dish delivers a delicious balance of tangy and savory flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow-cook
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1½ cups)
- Calories: ~480 kcal
Keywords: Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken, Creamy Italian Dressing Pasta, Slow Cooked Zesty Chicken Pasta, Olive Garden Chicken Crockpot Recipe