1. Can I use frozen chicken?

Yes, but add an extra hour of cooking time on LOW. Always ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally.

2. What’s the best pasta for this recipe?

Penne or rigatoni work best since they hold sauce well. Avoid delicate noodles like spaghetti.

Absolutely. Store the cooked sauce and chicken separately from pasta, then combine when ready to serve.

Pair with a green salad, roasted vegetables, or a slice of crusty garlic bread for the perfect meal.

Tender shredded chicken simmered in rich marinara sauce, tossed with pasta and melted cheese — a comforting Italian-style slow cooker meal.

Scale

1 ½ lbs chicken breasts

24 oz marinara sauce

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

1 cup mozzarella

½ cup Parmesan

8 oz pasta

2 tbsp basil

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1. Add chicken and sauce to slow cooker with seasoning.

2. Cook 5–6 hours on LOW.

3. Shred chicken and mix back in.

4. Add cheese and cooked pasta.

5. Heat until melted and serve.

Use whole-grain pasta for extra fiber.

Add chili flakes for heat.

Freeze leftovers for quick lunches.