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Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

  • Author: Christopher
  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is a comforting and creamy slow cooker dish featuring tender chicken breasts, smoky turkey bacon, and plant-based cheese. This effortless recipe combines rich flavors with convenience, making it perfect for easy weeknight dinners. Enjoy a luscious sauce made with plant-based heavy cream, natural grape juice, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, all melded beautifully with pasta and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped

Dairy and Cream

  • 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup plant-based heavy cream

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Liquids and Sauces (natural)

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup natural grape juice
  • 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Carbohydrates and Pasta

  • 8 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or preferred shape; gluten-free if desired)

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 tsp natural gelling agent (such as agar)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Start by chopping the smoked turkey bacon and mincing the garlic and onion. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and better flavor absorption.
  2. Combine in the Crockpot: Place chopped chicken, turkey bacon, garlic, onion, chicken broth, natural grape juice, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and natural gelling agent into the crockpot. Stir gently to mix all ingredients evenly.
  3. Cook on Low: Set the crockpot to low heat and cook for 4 to 5 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender and juicy.
  4. Add Cream and Plant-Based Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the plant-based heavy cream and shredded plant-based cheese until fully melted and incorporated to create a creamy sauce.
  5. Cook the Pasta: While the sauce finishes cooking, prepare pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the crockpot and gently fold it into the creamy sauce, ensuring every piece is well coated. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to promote even cooking and smooth melting of cheese and cream.
  • Do not overfill the crockpot to leave space for sauce bubbling and ingredient combining.
  • Choose pasta shapes that hold sauce well, such as penne or rigatoni, to avoid sogginess.
  • Use the appropriate amount of natural gelling agent for a silky sauce that clings perfectly to pasta.
  • Reserve some pasta cooking water and add a splash if the sauce needs loosening before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: crockpot chicken pasta, creamy pasta, plant-based cheese pasta, turkey bacon pasta, slow cooker dinner, gluten-free pasta dish

Find it online: https://easyrecipeplanet.com/crockpot-olive-garden-chicken-pasta/