Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Shells 🍗🧀

Introduction

There’s something so comforting about a meal that practically makes itself—and this Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Shells is exactly that. One creamy garlic-Parmesan mixture poured over raw chicken and uncooked pasta shells, and your slow cooker does the rest. By the time dinner rolls around, you’ve got ultra-creamy shells, tender shredded chicken, and that rich roasted garlic flavor that makes every bite feel like a hug.

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Overview of the Recipe

This dump-and-go slow cooker dinner is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays. The creamy sauce and perfectly cooked pasta shells create a cozy, indulgent dish that can be customized depending on your favorite herbs and garlic levels.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🍗 Hands-off slow cooker prep

• 🧄 Rich roasted garlic flavor

• 🥘 Creamy, cheesy comfort in every bite

• ⏱️ Minimal prep, big payoff

• 🌾 Nut-free and easily adaptable

What It Tastes Like

Tender chicken shredded into a creamy, cheesy garlic sauce that clings to each pasta shell. Every bite is savory, rich, and slightly herbaceous with a hint of sweetness from the roasted garlic. Comfort food at its best.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 12 oz medium pasta shells (uncooked, about 3 cups dry)

• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• 1½ cups heavy cream

• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

• ¼ cup roasted garlic cloves or paste (about 1 small head, mashed)

• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb blend

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste

• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Necessary Tools

• 6-quart slow cooker

• Medium bowl or measuring cup for mixing sauce

• Whisk or spoon

• Cutting board and knife for shredding chicken

Step-by-Step Instructions

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