A comforting, easy-to-make dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights! Crockpot Chicken Penne is a delicious solution! With tender chicken, savory marinara sauce, and perfectly cooked penne, this dish is both hearty and satisfying. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, let the flavors meld together throughout the day, and come home to a warm, ready-to-eat meal that the whole family will love. Perfect for a stress-free, cozy dinner at home!
Crockpot Chicken Penne
INGREDIENTS
- 16 oz Whole wheat penne
- 15.5 oz Marinara (Rao’s)
- ½ cup Reduced-fat cottage cheese (2% milkfat)
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 2 lb Chicken breast, grilled boneless skinless
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 oz Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Garlic powder, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix the cottage cheese, milk, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder in a blender until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into your crockpot, then add the marinara sauce and chicken breasts.
- Cook until the chicken is fully cooked, then shred the chicken in the crockpot.
- While the chicken is cooking, boil water and cook the penne according to the package instructions. Strain the noodles.
- Add the cooked noodles to the crockpot with the shredded chicken and sauce. Mix everything well.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese, mix once more, and it’s ready to serve!
NOTES
Macros will vary.
Nutrition
Calories: 404kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 40gFat: 13gFiber: 6g
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