Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti – Plain Chicken

Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti Recipe – Tender chicken, rich Parmesan garlic sauce, and crispy bacon come together in this creamy, savory pasta dish. Perfect for busy nights, this recipe is easy to make and incredibly delicious. Pair with a fresh green salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

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Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

This Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food! Chicken breasts seasoned with garlic herb seasoning, minced garlic, paprika, and onion powder slow cooked all day in a creamy sauce made with Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic sauce and Alfredo sauce and tossed with spaghetti, parmesan cheese, and crispy bacon. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that combines the heartiness of chicken, the indulgence of rich sauces, and the irresistible crunch of bacon, making it a family favorite you’ll crave again and again.

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti

This recipe is super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Season with herb and garlic seasoning, paprika, and onion powder. Add minced garlic, Buffalo WilWings Parmesan Garlic sauce, and alfredo sauce to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW heat. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Shred chicken with two forks. Add the chicken back to the crock pot and stir. Season with salt and black pepper.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add spaghetti noodles and cook according to the package instructions for al dente. Reserve about a half of a cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and add to the slow cooker. 

Stir in grated parmesan cheese and crumbled bacon. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water until it reaches the desired consistency. Garnish with parsley.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• You can use any chicken in this recipe – boneless skinless chicken breasts, chicken thighs, or chicken tenderloins.
• I use spaghetti noodles in this dish, but you can substitute your favorite pasta shape: penne, fusilli, linguine, and fettuccine all work great.
• Variations/Additions:
  • bell pepper
  • onions
  • olives
  • tomatoes
  • a can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • spinach
  • broccoli
• Feel free to add more spices to the dish.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

What to Serve with Creamy Chicken Spaghetti

This spaghetti casserole was a HUGE hit at our house. The flavors reminded us of carbonara. Everyone cleaned their plates! This is a rich and hearty pasta dish. You don’t need a lot of side dishes to go with it. 

These sides not only complement the rich, savory notes of the spaghetti but also create a balanced and satisfying dining experience. Looking for more side dish ideas? Here are some popular recipes from the website:

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Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti

Yield: 8 people

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti Recipe – Tender chicken, rich Parmesan garlic sauce, and crispy bacon come together in this creamy, savory pasta dish. Perfect for busy nights, this recipe is easy to make and incredibly delicious. Pair with a fresh green salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

• Place chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Season with herb and garlic seasoning, paprika, and onion powder. Add minced garlic, Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic sauce, and alfredo sauce to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW heat.

• Remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Shred chicken with two forks. Add the chicken back to the crock pot and stir. Season with salt and black pepper.

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add spaghetti noodles and cook according to the package instructions for al dente. Reserve about a half of a cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and add to the slow cooker.

• Stir in grated parmesan cheese and crumbled bacon. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water until it reaches the desired consistency. Garnish with parsley.

• You can use any chicken in this recipe – boneless skinless chicken breasts, chicken thighs, or chicken tenderloins.
• I use spaghetti noodles in this dish, but you can substitute your favorite pasta shape: penne, fusilli, linguine, and fettuccine all work great.
• Variations/Additions:
  • bell pepper
  • onions
  • olives
  • tomatoes
  • a can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • spinach
  • broccoli
• Feel free to add more spices to the dish.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Steph