Description
Crockpot Chicken Broccoli Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and pasta in a rich, creamy sauce—all cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering hearty flavors that everyone will love. With just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious meal that not only satisfies hunger but also brings joy to the dinner table. Serve it as a main course or take it to a potluck; either way, it’s guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 packet of Ranch seasoning
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 5 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz shell pasta or elbow macaroni noodles
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Cut chicken into cubes and spray the crockpot with cooking spray.
- Add chicken, Ranch seasoning, chicken broth, minced garlic, and broccoli to the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 3-4 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Boil pasta in salted water for about 3 minutes; drain.
- Add parboiled pasta to the crockpot along with whole milk, cheddar cheese, dry mustard seasoning, and cream cheese.
- Stir well and cook on low for an additional hour, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg