Chicken Spaghetti – Crockpot

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A comforting slow-cooked meal where tender chicken simmers in a rich, herb-infused tomato sauce.
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This Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. The chicken leg quarters slow-cook all day in the crockpot, becoming incredibly tender and falling off the bone. While the chicken cooks, it infuses the broth with deep savory flavor. In the evening, you simply shred the meat and combine it with a robust sauce made from stewed tomatoes, tomato puree, and a medley of Italian herbs like basil, oregano, and parsley. The result is a hearty, protein-packed dish that pairs perfectly with al dente spaghetti. It’s simple, affordable, and delivers home-style satisfaction that the whole family will love. Serve with a side of grated Parmesan for an authentic finish.

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Chicken Spaghetti – Crockpot

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 239.0

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This Chicken Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. The chicken leg quarters slow-cook all day in the crockpot, becoming incredibly tender and falling off the bone. While the chicken cooks, it infuses the broth with deep savory flavor. In the evening, you simply shred the meat and combine it with a robust sauce made from stewed tomatoes, tomato puree, and a medley of Italian herbs like basil, oregano, and parsley. The result is a hearty, protein-packed dish that pairs perfectly with al dente spaghetti. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple, affordable, and delivers home-style satisfaction that the whole family will love. Serve with a side of grated Parmesan for an authentic finish.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the chicken leg quarters into the crockpot, even if they are still frozen.
  2. Add a small amount of liquid, such as chicken stock, water, or white vermouth, just enough to cover the bottom.
  3. Add a couple of bay leaves and a pinch of salt to the crockpot.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, or until the chicken is very tender.
  5. Remove the chicken from the crockpot and let it cool slightly.
  6. Discard the skin and bones, then shred the chicken meat into bite-sized pieces.
  7. While the chicken cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the spaghetti.
  8. In a large skillet or deep pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  9. Add chopped onion and sliced celery, cooking until softened and translucent.
  10. Stir in chopped garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
  11. Add the tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes, and tomato puree to the skillet.
  12. Stir in the shredded chicken and about one cup of the broth from the crockpot.
  13. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, basil, parsley, paprika, and oregano.
  14. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend the flavors.
  15. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente, then drain.
  16. Serve the spaghetti topped with the chicken and tomato sauce, and offer grated Parmesan cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 239.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.0g19%
Saturated Fat 3.3g17%
Cholesterol 89.0mg30%
Sodium 82.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 27.0g54%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, spaghetti, crockpot, slow cooker, italian, tomato sauce, comfort food, weeknight dinner, family meal, easy recipe, leftovers
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