If you love Alfredo pasta but hate standing over the stove, this Slow Cooker Creamy Alfredo Pasta is going to be your new go-to dinner. With just one pot and almost no effort, you’ll get perfectly cooked fettuccine smothered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce that tastes like it came from your favorite Italian restaurant. The best part? The slow cooker does all the work while you sit back and relax. Add some chicken if you’d like extra protein, and you’ve got a family-friendly meal that’s as easy as it is delicious.
Slow Cooker Creamy Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fettuccine pasta | 1 pound |
| Heavy cream | 2 cups |
| Chicken broth | 1 cup |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | 1 cup |
| Garlic, minced | 4 cloves |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Nutmeg | ¼ teaspoon |
| Butter | 2 tablespoons |
| Optional: Cooked chicken, diced | 1 cup |
| For Garnish: Fresh parsley, chopped | — |
How To Make Slow Cooker Creamy Alfredo Pasta:
Step 1: Combine Ingredients: Add heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to your slow cooker. Stir well.
Step 2: Add Butter & Chicken: Stir in butter and diced chicken if you’re using it.
Step 3: Add Pasta: Break fettuccine noodles in half and place them in the slow cooker, making sure they’re fully covered by the liquid.
Step 4: Cook: Cover and cook on low for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce is creamy.
Step 5: Serve: Give everything a final stir so the pasta is fully coated in sauce. Serve hot, topped with fresh parsley.