Description
Crockpot Chicken Broccoli Mac and Cheese is a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy cheese, and nutritious broccoli, all cooked effortlessly in your slow cooker. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, allowing you to prepare a hearty meal with minimal effort. The rich combination of cheddar and cream cheese creates a delightful sauce that pairs wonderfully with pasta and fresh vegetables. This recipe is versatile, letting you swap out ingredients based on what you have on hand, making it a go-to for families seeking an easy dinner solution.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 packet 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
- 1 tsp dry mustard seasoning
Instructions
- Cut chicken breast into cubes and spray the slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Add cubed chicken, Ranch seasoning, chicken broth, minced garlic, and broccoli to the crockpot.
- Cook on low for about 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through (165°F).
- While the chicken cooks, boil pasta for about 3 minutes; drain.
- In the slow cooker, mix in drained pasta, whole milk, shredded cheddar cheese, dry mustard seasoning, and cream cheese.
- Stir to combine 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 (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg