Best 8 Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Manicotti Recipes

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Slow cooker cheesy chicken manicotti is a delectable pasta dish perfect for any occasion. This Italian-inspired dish features tender chicken, creamy cheese, and flavorful manicotti pasta sheets, all cooked together in a slow cooker for an easy and delicious meal. With its rich and comforting flavors, slow cooker cheesy chicken manicotti is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER DUMP AND GO CHEESY CHICKEN



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A creamy, Cheddar cheesy soup sauce cooked with chicken and a little seasoning in a slow cooker. This is an easy way to enjoy a great chicken dinner, even when you run out of time!! The trick is do not lift lid while cooking! Make with rice, pasta, or potatoes.

Provided by Chris Mueller

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 6h5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 (11 ounce) cans condensed cream of Cheddar cheese soup
½ cup milk
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. Place chicken breasts inside. In a medium bowl mix together soup and milk, and pour mixture over chicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garlic powder.
  • Cook on High for about 6 hours. Note: Do not lift lid while cooking!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 112.8 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1034.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN



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Almost too easy, the chicken cooks in a creamy, cheesy sauce that is delicious over noodles. This freezes well, too

Provided by Kathleen Traylor

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed cheddar cheese soup
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in the crock pot.
  • Mix the undiluted soups together with the garlic powder and pour over chicken.
  • Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours , until chicken is tender.
  • Serve with the delicious sauce over rice or noodles.

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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This slow-cooker cheesy manicotti is easy enough for dinner anytime, but it's also delicious enough to be the shining star of your next get-together.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h30m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken
1 container (15 oz) whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaves
14 uncooked manicotti shells (8 oz)
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce
3/4 cup water
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix chicken, ricotta cheese, garlic salt and red pepper flakes; stir in 1/4 cup of the basil. Spoon into quart-sized resealable food-storage plastic bag. Cut 3/4 inch tip off bag. Pipe filling into manicotti shells.
  • Spray 5-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix pasta sauce and water. Spread about one-third of the sauce mixture in slow cooker. Place 7 of the filled manicotti shells in pasta sauce. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Spoon another one-third of the sauce mixture over shells. Top with remaining 7 filled manicotti shells; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Top with remaining one-third of sauce mixture.
  • Cover; cook 2 to 3 hours on High heat setting or until shells are tender. Serve with remaining 1/4 cup basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 670 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW COOKER CHEESY CHICKEN



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It's Thanksgiving in one pot! Except it's chicken!

Provided by Leslie Conklin-Rosoff

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
½ pound sliced Swiss cheese
8 chicken breasts
2 cups milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup with roasted garlic
1 stick salted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (6 ounce) package dry bread stuffing mix

Steps:

  • Grease a slow cooker insert with cooking spray. Place a layer of Swiss cheese over the bottom. Add a layer of chicken breasts. Repeat layers.
  • Place milk, mushroom soup, butter, salt, and pepper in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until butter is melted, about 2 minutes. Mix well and pour over chicken and cheese. Spread stuffing on top.
  • Cook on High until chicken is no longer pink in the center and cheese is melted, about 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 121.4 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 985.1 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

SUPER-EASY CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Super easy! No precooked noodles, just five ingredients and only three easy steps.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic pasta sauce (any variety)
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 1/2 lb uncooked chicken breast tenders (not breaded)
14 uncooked manicotti shells (8 oz)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
Chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix pasta sauce and water. Spread about 1/3 of the pasta sauce mixture in ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
  • Sprinkle garlic salt on chicken. Insert chicken into uncooked manicotti shells, stuffing from each end of shell to fill if necessary. Place shells on pasta sauce in baking dish. Pour remaining pasta sauce evenly over shells, covering completely. Cover with foil.
  • Bake about 1 hour or until chicken is no longer pink in center and shells are tender. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER TWO-MEAT MANICOTTI



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I wanted to create my ideal version of a stuffed manicotti, which requires a fantastic filling and a meat sauce to die for. This recipe is the final result, and I don't mind saying it's a huge success! -Shalimar Wiech, Glassport, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h45m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, chopped
2 small green peppers, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 pound ground sirloin
3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 jars (23-1/2 ounces each) Italian sausage and garlic spaghetti sauce
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute the mushrooms, peppers and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from pan. , In the same skillet, cook beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in mushroom mixture and spaghetti sauce; set aside., In a small bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, parsley, 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, eggs and seasonings. Stuff into uncooked manicotti shells., Spread 2-1/4 cups sauce onto the bottom of a 6-qt. slow cooker. Arrange five stuffed manicotti shells over sauce; repeat two times, using four shells on the top layer. Top with remaining sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until pasta is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 155mg cholesterol, Sodium 1609mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Very easy quick yet tasty dinner. My guest can never believe I made this myself, and my husband can't get enough.

Provided by Pieki2cute

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 -3 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
15 ounces ricotta cheese
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 manicotti, cooked
1 (16 ounce) jar of favorite spaghetti sauce
8 slices mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine parmesan and ricotta cheese, chicken and spices.
  • Fill each manicotti shell with mixture.
  • In the bottom of a rectangular casserole dish, spread a about 1/2 cup of spaghetti sauce around.
  • Now place filled manicotti shells in dish.
  • Top with 4 pieces of mozzarella cheese.
  • Now pour the rest of spaghetti sauce over the top.
  • Place the other 4 slices of mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Cover dish tightly with tin foil and bake for about 30-35 mins in a 350 degree oven.
  • Take the tin foil off and bake for another 5 or 10 minutes.
  • Let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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When one of my friends came home from the hospital with her newborn, I sent over this freezer casserole. She and her family raved over how good it was. Try substituting olives for mushrooms or using veal instead of chicken. -Jamie Valocchi, Mesa, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon garlic powder
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
16 uncooked manicotti shells
2 jars (26 ounces each) spaghetti sauce, divided
1 pound bulk Italian sausage, cooked and drained
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Rub garlic powder over chicken; cut into 1-in. strips. Stuff chicken into manicotti shells. Spread 1 cup spaghetti sauce in each of 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. , Place 8 stuffed manicotti shells in each dish. Sprinkle with sausage and mushrooms. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over the top. Sprinkle with cheese., Drizzle water around the edge of each dish. Cover and bake 45-55 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and pasta is tender. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles for up to 1 month. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casseroles as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 980mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and tender chicken will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken that is cooked for too long will become dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Make sure the manicotti shells are cooked al dente. If they are overcooked, they will become mushy and fall apart. Cook them according to the package directions, or until they are slightly firm to the bite.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese. Cheese is what makes manicotti so delicious and rich. Use a combination of different cheeses, such as mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan, for the best flavor.
  • Serve the manicotti immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the cheese is melted and gooey and the manicotti shells are still firm.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker cheesy chicken manicotti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a hearty and flavorful dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this slow cooker cheesy chicken manicotti a try.

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