If there’s one dinner that feels like a warm blanket and saves your sanity on a busy weeknight, it’s Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti. You toss a few pantry staples in the slow cooker, let it do the heavy lifting, and suddenly your kitchen smells like you have your life together (even if the laundry situation says otherwise).
This is the kind of meal that makes everyone wander into the kitchen asking, “What smells so good?” And the best part? It’s creamy, comforting, and super forgiving—aka perfect for real-life cooking.
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Why You’ll Love This Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
- Set-it-and-forget-it comfort: The slow cooker basically parents dinner for you.
- Creamy without being fussy: Neufchatel cheese keeps it rich but not too heavy.
- Kid-friendly and picky-eater approved: It’s pasta + creamy sauce + chicken… it’s hard to argue with that.
- Great for leftovers: This reheats like a dream (hello, easy lunch tomorrow).
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what goes into this cozy Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti situation:
- 6 oz Neufchatel cheese (about ¾ of a block)
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth (more or less if needed)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tbsp Everything Bagel seasoning (or sub a ranch packet)
- 16 oz whole wheat spaghetti, cooked
- Cheddar cheese (for topping—measure with your heart)
How to Make Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
Step 1: Build the creamy base
Add the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and ¾ block Neufchatel cheese to the slow cooker. Stir gently so it’s mixed (it won’t look perfectly smooth yet—don’t panic).
Step 2: Add the chicken
Place the chicken breast right on top of the sauce mixture.
Step 3: Season like you mean it
Sprinkle your Everything Bagel seasoning over the chicken (or use a ranch packet if you want that classic cozy flavor).
Step 4: Slow cook
Cook:
- Low for 2 hours, then High for 1 hour, or
- Low for 4 hours
Chicken should be cooked through and easy to shred.
Step 5: Shred the chicken
Remove chicken to a bowl and shred using two forks—or my favorite “I’m tired” method: a hand mixer. (It’s weirdly satisfying.)
Step 6: Make the sauce silky
Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth and creamy.
Slow cooker liner tip: If you used a liner, keep the blender away from the edges so you don’t accidentally tear it. (Ask me how I know. Actually don’t.)
Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir.
Step 7: Add the spaghetti
Stir in the cooked spaghetti until everything is coated in that creamy sauce.
Step 8: Top with cheddar + melt
Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, cover, and let it melt. Keep on Warm until ready to serve.
Easy Tips (So Dinner Doesn’t Stress You Out)
- Sauce too thick? Add a splash more chicken broth. Consider it “extra comfort insurance.”
- Sauce too thin? Leave the lid off for 10–15 minutes on High, stirring occasionally. It’ll thicken up.
- Cook pasta separately (yes, really): This keeps it from getting mushy in the slow cooker. Pasta has feelings.
- Want more “cheesy pull”? Mix some cheddar into the pasta and top it with more. No one is judging you here.
A Little Real-Life Moment
This Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti became my go-to during one of those weeks where everything felt like a to-do list wearing a trench coat. You know the kind—appointments, emails, missing socks, and someone asking what’s for dinner while you’re still cleaning up breakfast.
I tossed everything into the slow cooker, walked away, and came back to a meal that tasted like I’d tried way harder than I actually did. Those are my favorite recipes.
FAQs About Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
Can I use a ranch packet instead of Everything Bagel seasoning?
Absolutely. Ranch gives it that familiar, cozy flavor and works beautifully in this recipe.
Do I have to use whole wheat spaghetti?
Nope! Regular spaghetti works great. Whole wheat just adds a little extra heartiness.
How do I store leftovers?
Pop leftovers into an airtight container and refrigerate for 3–4 days. Reheat with a splash of broth or milk to bring the sauce back to life.
Can I freeze Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti?
You can, but pasta can soften after freezing. If you’re planning to freeze, freeze the sauce + chicken portion, then cook fresh spaghetti when you’re ready to eat.
What can I add to sneak in veggies?
Stir in spinach at the end, or add cooked mushrooms, peas, or diced bell peppers. The sauce is creamy enough to “hide” a lot.
Dinner’s Ready, and You Barely Lifted a Finger
This Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti is one of those recipes that feels like a small win—creamy, comforting, and totally doable even on the busiest days. Serve it up with a simple salad or garlic bread, and enjoy that “I nailed dinner” feeling… without actually nailing yourself to the stove.
When you make Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti, I hope it gives you the same cozy, stress-less dinner magic it gives me—because you deserve a meal that tastes like a hug and cooks itself.
Keep the Cozy Going: More Easy Dinners You’ll Love
If this Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti hit the spot (creamy, comfy, and basically made itself), here are a few more favorites to keep in your back pocket for those “I can’t even think about dinner” nights:
- Need another creamy pasta night? Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta (it’s the “spicy cozy hug” version of pasta)
- Want a classic, hearty slow-cooker dinner? Crockpot Chicken Pot Roast (pure comfort-food magic)
- Craving something cheesy and family-friendly? Chicken and Stuffing Bake (the kind of meal that disappears fast)
- Looking for a lighter “refreshing on the side” option? The Jennifer Aniston Salad (crunchy, feel-good, and perfect next to pasta)
If you made this recipe, I’d be so happy if you left a quick review—tap the stars and tell me what you thought! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
Creamy, cozy Crock Pot Chicken Spaghetti made with tender shredded chicken, rich soups, and melty cheese. An easy slow cooker dinner perfect for busy weeknights and hungry families.
Ingredients
6 oz Neufchatel cheese (about ¾ of a block)
1 can diced tomatoes
1 cup chicken broth (more if needed)
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1 lb chicken breast
2 tablespoons Everything Bagel seasoning (or 1 ranch seasoning packet)
16 oz whole wheat spaghetti, cooked
Shredded cheddar cheese, for topping
Instructions
Add cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and Neufchatel cheese to the slow cooker. Stir gently.
Place chicken breasts on top of the sauce mixture.
Season chicken with Everything Bagel seasoning or ranch packet.
Cook on low for 2 hours, then high for 1 hour, or low for 4 hours total, until chicken is cooked through.
Remove chicken and shred using two forks or a hand mixer.
Blend the sauce in the slow cooker with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir.
Add cooked spaghetti and mix until well combined.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese, cover, and let melt.
Keep on warm until ready to serve.
Notes
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth.
For extra cheesiness, mix cheddar into the pasta before topping.
Regular spaghetti works just as well if you don’t have whole wheat.
Great for leftovers—reheat with a little broth or milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg