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Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is a dish that is becoming increasingly popular on Tiktok. The viral recipe is made by cooking chicken in a crockpot with Olive Garden salad dressing and a few other simple ingredients. The result is tender, flavorful chicken served over pasta. This versatile dish that can be enjoyed as is or customized to your liking. Give it a try today and see for yourself why it’s becoming viral on TikTok!

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Below you will find tips, tricks and helpful hints for making this recipe including step by step instructions with pictures. If you would like to go directly to the recipe, scroll down to the recipe card or tap “Jump to Recipe” at the top of the page.

Why You’ll Love Olive Garden Chicken Pasta Slow Cooker Recipe

This slow cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is a simple dish to make and can be tailored to your own taste. For those who want a bit more of a kick, add some red pepper flakes or if you’re looking for a heartier dish, add some veggies like broccoli or mushrooms to the crockpot.

You’ll also love that this recipe is easy to make and is a dump-and-go kind of meal that will cut down on your prep time and be delicious for the whole family!

Ingredients in Tik Tok Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Creamy Olive Garden Dressing: You will need 16 ounces of your favorite Olive Garden Salad Dressing. Full fat or the Lite version will both work. If you can’t find the Olive Garden brand, any Italian salad dressing can be substituted. This can be found at your local grocery store.

Chicken: Use 1-1/2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts.

Cream Cheese: In the recipe you will need to use 8 ounces of cream cheese.

Parmesan Cheese: Grated Parmesan cheese is also needed for this dish.

Pasta: You will also need 16 ounces of pasta. Any type of pasta can be used for this recipe, including gluten-free options. I like to use rotini, bowtie, or penne pasta.

How to make TikTok Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

[1] Spray the inside of the crockpot or slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray, then place the chicken breasts inside.

[2] Pour the entire bottle (16 ounces) over the chicken and place the brick of cream cheese on top of the chicken and sprinkle the grated parmesan over the mixture.

[3] Place lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

[4] Cook the pasta according to the package directions. While the pasta is cooking, shred the chicken and stir with the sauce.

[5] Drain and add the cooked pasta to the shredded chicken and creamy sauce mixture. Stir to combine. Serve, topped with more parmesan cheese.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Crockpot or Slow Cooker
• Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker
• Sauce Pan
• Strainer
• Pasta Fork

Instant Pot Instructions

[1] Spray the inside of the Instant Pot with nonstick cooking spray, then place the chicken breasts inside.

[2] Pour the entire bottle (16 ounces) of Olive Garden Italian Dressing over the chicken and place the brick of cream cheese on top of the chicken then sprinkle the grated parmesan over the mixture.

[3] Pressure cook the chicken for 15 minutes and allow the Instant Pot to naturally release for about 10 minutes.

[4] Cook the pasta according to the package directions.

[5] While the pasta is cooking, shred the chicken and stir with the sauce.

[6] Drain the pasta and add to the chicken and sauce mixture. Stir to combine.

[7] Serve, topped with more fresh parmesan cheese.

Recipe Variation

• Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta – Instead of Olive Garden Salad Dressing, use a bottle of Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce or make your own using this recipe.
• Substitute Rice for pasta.

How to Store Leftovers

Store any leftover crockpot chicken pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat on the stove top or microwave until heated through and enjoy!

What to Serve with TikTok Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Serve this creamy pasta dish with the following items for a complete meal and an easy weeknight dinner.

• Italian Chopped Salad
• Macaroni Grill’s Rosemary Bread
• New York Style Cheesecake

Frequently Asked Question

Can I use frozen chicken breasts for this recipe?

Yes, frozen chicken can be used in this recipe if you make it in the Instant Pot. However, you will need to add an additional 5-10 minutes to the cooking time depending on how large your chicken breasts are and the thickness of your meat.

Always check that your chicken is cooked through before serving by using a meat thermometer. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees.

How can I make this dish even healthier?

There are several ways that you can make this dish more nutritious and lower in calories. One option is to use a lower-fat cooking spray to prepare your slow cooker or Instant Pot, which will help keep the fat content of the recipe down.

Another option is to use lighter or fat-free cream cheese, parmesan cheese, and pasta. You can also substitute chicken breast tenders for the full breasts to reduce the total amount of calories per serving.

Finally, you could serve this dish with a side salad packed with fresh vegetables instead of rice or bread.

Can I make TikTok Olive Garden Chicken ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this recipe ahead of time. If serving the same day, just keep it warm in the crockpot or instant pot until ready to serve.

Final Thoughts

This Olive Garden Chicken Pasta recipe is a dish that is sure to be a family favorite. Full of flavor, this chicken pasta will be a hit at your next gathering or dinner for your entire family.

Whether you are using the slow cooker or Instant Pot, this recipe is simple to prepare and only takes a few minutes of prep work. So what are you waiting for? Start cooking today!

More Viral TikTok Recipes to Try:

• TikTok Heavy Cream Cinnamon Rolls
• Cosmic Brownies
• TikTock Baked Oats
• Air Fryer Garlic Bread Pizza
• TikTok Grinder Sandwich
• TikTok Spaghetti Alfredo

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