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Slow Cooker Chicken Bolognese Pasta

A rich, comforting slow-simmered chicken bolognese served over your favorite pasta for the perfect cozy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bolognese Sauce
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 1 celery stalk diced
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup chicken broth
Pasta
  • 1 lb pasta any type
  • Fresh basil for garnish
  • Parmesan cheese for serving

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing spoon
  • Pot for pasta

Method
 

  1. Brown ground chicken in skillet.
  2. Add all ingredients to slow cooker and stir.
  3. Cook on LOW 6–7 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours.
  4. Cook pasta separately.
  5. Serve pasta topped with bolognese and parmesan.

Notes

Add cream or milk at the end for extra richness if desired.