Creamy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

Introduction

Cheesy Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Spaghetti is indulgent and savory, with flavors bursting at every single bite. This cheesy chicken spaghetti dish takes regular marinara sauce and transforms with ingredients like cream cheese to a flavorful, one-of-a-kind creamy red pasta sauce it’s the best twist on an Italian classic ever made. This meal for hot summer days, when the thought of a stove on makes you nauseous, is quite conducive to the slow cooker.

It is the convenience of cooking this dish that sets it apart. Literally, toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, flip on the switch, and walk away! Finger-licking good bites of chicken and noodles absorb the cheesy marinara for the ultimate mix of creaminess in a comforting meal. If you love easy weeknight meals (or feeding hungry hubby and kids with as little effort as possible) then this Crock Pot Spaghetti is going to be your new go-to.

This dinner hits the spot, fills you up, and comes with options so there is something for everyone’s taste. You can shred the chicken with some rice or noodles to enjoy the Original flavor, or give this even smaller scale version a shot. I like to add a southwestern spin on this classic and it is full of the flavor you crave with none of the effort required, making itself an easy choice for your next family dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breasts
• 1/2 tsp each of salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp of red pepper flakes
• 1 TBSP of minced garlic
• 1/3 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 15 oz jars of Alfredo sauce
• 1 lb spaghetti
• 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese

Make Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Spaghetti

1. Prepare the Crockpot

Although a hassle, spray the inside of your Crockpot with cooking spray. I grease the carbs with butter to stop them from sticking, so less washing up later. Combine the cans of cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup in a Crockpot. Together they form a luxurious buttery texture and flavor for everything else in the dish.

2. Add Tomatoes and Chilies

Add a can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies. This will bring some slight spice and tang to your dish. The flavors create a burst that is complemented by the creamy soups. It adds an extra layer of depth that makes the flavor profile more dynamic.

3. Incorporate the Cream Cheese

Diced up some cream cheese and put it in Crockpot. The cheese may melt into the sauce making it a little bit creamy. Ensure it is mixed together completely without any large clumps of cream cheese.

4. Season the Mixture

Add a bit of Italian seasoning to the crock and stir. That smell was the seasoning blend, which flavors the dish and gives it an aromatic one-two punch. Stir it so that everything is well mixed in the seasoning.

5. Add the Chicken

Add some chicken breasts to the pot. Place them on low and let them stew for a few hours. The slow heat will tenderize the chicken. The chicken will also fill up with all the flavors from the sauce.

Prepare and Combine Spaghetti: While the chicken is cooking, cook the dry spaghetti noodles according to package directions. Strain by dropping the macaroni into a colander. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pot shred, and return to the Crockpot then stir in cooked spaghetti noodles. Stir in grated cheese until melted, and a bit more Parmesan if desired.

What should I serve with Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti?

There are some perfect side dishes that can pair well with the Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Spaghetti! Follow up with a nice fresh green salad or garden salad topped with mixed greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers, your choice of dressing to add some moisture and balance the meal.

You could also add warm garlic bread or breadsticks on the side for an extra touch of comfort. You just butter some French bread with garlic seasoning and toast. You can just as easily freeze steamed broccoli, carrots, or green beans. Season with salt, pepper, and a knob of butter for flavor.

For some more complexity to the meal, lavish in roasted veggies like Brussels sprouts, asparagus, or zucchini. Olive oil, salt, and pepper are all you need to make these juicy. For a more decadent meal, present the saucy morsels with hard-crust baguette slices or warm dinner rolls to moisten with the heavenly sauce.

Need a befitting end? It pairs great with, obviously the romaine itself but also the Parmesan and croutons which are all in this creamy Caesar dressing. Instead, ask for something a little lighter and end up with Caprese Salad; fresh tomato and mozzarella cheese topped with basil leaves drizzled in balsamic glaze or olive oil. Knowing you can just top it with frozen peas or mixed veg helps to make it a delicious faster food side.

Tips for This Recipe

• When the noodles are done, turn off the slow cooker and take out the inner pot before it sits too long and gets overcooked, potentially turning your spaghetti into mush. This prevents overcooking.
• You can actually add some water or cream to the spaghetti. The sauce breaks down as it sits and the pasta absorbs the liquid which is what you want.
• Low 4-5 hours, if you are in a rush use the high setting which takes about 2-3 hours. Change for number of times you want it to be paid out for.
• Use blocks of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese and shred it yourself for a much better texture. To return to the melting point, more importantly, this ensures that the butter is even.

• Taste and adjust with more red pepper flakes for a spicier flavor. You can use any Alfredo sauce you like, but Rao’s Alfredo Sauce is my favorite.
• Garlic: Minced freshly or from a jar Shred the Colby jack cheese for a creamier dip.
• Enjoy it immediately serve, the sauce will be a little liquidy. It is also perfect to make on your stovetop if you do not have a crockpot.

Storing And Reheating Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti

Storage: Store your Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Spaghetti in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay good for up to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze it for 2–3 months. Once ready to serve (these go straight from the freezer to the crockpot- more on that here), pull them out of the fridge, defrost in the microwave overnight as needed, and then throw them in the crockpot on your appointed day and follow recipe card instructions.

May be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container (uncooked) or cooked. Ideally, you can thaw it in the fridge and heat up portions individually one by one in the microwave or return the whole dish to a 350F oven until heated through.

Can You Freeze This Recipe?

Can you freeze the Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Spaghetti recipe? Freeze Slow Cooker chicken spaghetti sauce in a freeze-safe container for 3 months. Place the Vicecream in your fridge overnight to thaw out, then reheat.

I do not recommend storing these spaghetti noodles with the sauce (the bake) as they simply did not reheat well. This is a dish that can be frozen, whether uncooked or cooked Cooking: Add onion, bell peppers, green chiles, cumin garlic powder, salt, and pepper, cook chicken in a diced cube freezing bag and soup or grilled cheese and freeze for up to two months.

If it has been cooked, then transfer the cooled meatballs into an air-tight freezer-safe container for up to three months in the refrigerator or freeze before cooking. To serve, defrost in the fridge and reheat individual portions in the microwave or the whole dish for serving until hot through.

Conclusion

A twist on the ever-popular Marry Me chicken….this Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Spaghetti is super easy and delicious! It freezes well, (just don’t forget to let it cool completely first) so you can make it ahead of time and enjoy it at a later date. Just be sure to store, and reheat it properly for the best results taste-wise. Of course, fresh is best when serving this up or reheating in the future but a comforting favorite.

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