Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo with Pasta and Broccoli
If rich creamy alfredo is a favorite at your house, you are going to love this slow cooker chicken alfredo with pasta and broccoli. The prep work is almost non-existent and dinner cooks while you go about your life.
Put 1½ pounds skinless boneless chicken, 2 cups heavy cream, 1½ cups chicken broth, 8 oz cream cheese, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper and ½ teaspoon garlic powder in slow cooker.
Cook on high for 2 hours or low for 3-4 hours. Remove chicken and set aside to rest for a few minutes.
While the chicken is resting, add the uncooked 1 pound penne pasta to slow cooker and cook on high for 30 minutes.
Chop chicken and cook 12 ounces frozen broccoli florets according to package directions.
When pasta is cooked, stir in broccoli, chicken and 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately or hold on warm until ready to eat.
Notes
If the sauce is too thick, you can add a splash of water or milk to loosen it up.