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Slow Cooker Chicken Bolognese Pasta

A hearty, easy-to-make chicken Bolognese served over pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Vegetables
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 large onion finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 medium carrots grated
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 6 oz tomato paste
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 12 oz pasta whole wheat or gluten-free
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Grated parmesan cheese for serving

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cooking spoon

Method
 

  1. Dice onion, celery, bell pepper, and grate the carrots. Mince garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
  3. Place seared chicken in slow cooker. Add all vegetables, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, and spices. Stir gently.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  5. Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to slow cooker. Stir until fully incorporated.
  6. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  7. Pour Bolognese sauce over pasta, tossing gently.
  8. Plate pasta, garnish with fresh basil and parmesan cheese.

Notes

Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.