SLOW COOKER CHICKEN RAGù WITH HERBED RICOTTA
This recipe has a comforting lasagna vibe, as the spicy chicken-and-tomato sauce mingles with the rich, herby ricotta. Make the sauce as hot as you like: Begin with 1 1/2 teaspoons red-pepper flakes for a fairly mild spice level, then add more at the end if you want more heat. You'll notice there isn't much liquid when the chicken and vegetables go into the slow cooker, but have faith: The juices released during cooking end up making a not-too-thick ragù that is perfect for saucing pasta. In fact, because some chicken has more moisture than others, you may end up with more liquid than you'd like. If that happens, turn off the heat so the sauce cools a bit and is not bubbling, then vigorously stir in two egg yolks before you add the pasta. This adds glossy thickening power, just like it does in carbonara.
Provided by Sarah DiGregorio
Categories dinner, weekday, pastas, poultry, main course
Time 6h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker, combine the chicken, carrot, onion, garlic, tomato paste, olive oil, thyme, oregano, red-pepper flakes and onion powder. Add 2 teaspoons kosher salt and a couple grinds of pepper.
- Pour the tomatoes and their juices into the slow cooker, crushing the tomatoes with your hands, if using whole. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low until the chicken is very tender, about 6 hours. The ragù will hold well on warm for an additional 1 to 2 hours.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. While the pasta cooks, in a small bowl, combine the ricotta with the chopped herbs, lemon juice and a pinch of salt; set aside.
- Coarsely shred the cooked chicken with two forks. Remove and discard the herb sprigs and add the vinegar and the basil leaves. Taste the sauce, adding more red-pepper flakes, if you like. Turn off the slow cooker. Pour the drained pasta into the slow cooker and toss to combine.
- Divide among bowls and top with the ricotta mixture.
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Shah Saleem
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a great addition. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I served it over pasta and everyone loved it. I will defini
G Gfdd
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I loved the herbed ricotta. It added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this again.
Rajaaqeel Rajaaqeel
[email protected]This dish is a winner! The chicken was moist and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a great addition. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I served it over pasta and everyone loved it. I will definitely
Rhiann Manalang
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I especially loved the herbed ricotta. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I will definitely be making this again.
Patricia Patty
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a great addition. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family. I wil
DivaniSlash Hammett
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of slow cooker meals, but this one was really good! The chicken was fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a nice touch. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I will definitely b
Real Sunamganj bd
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a great addition. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I served it over pasta and everyone loved it. I will defini
Hassen Saadaoui
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I loved the herbed ricotta. It added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this again.
Savannah Beam
[email protected]This dish is a winner! The chicken was moist and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a great addition. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I served it over pasta and everyone loved it. I will definitely
Noyan Shah
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I especially loved the herbed ricotta. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I will definitely be making this again.
Christy Behrends
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was moist and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a great addition. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family. I wil
Nokwanda Ngwenya
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of slow cooker meals, but this one was really good! The chicken was fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a nice touch. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I will definitely b
CHASAD Ali
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a great addition. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I served it over pasta and everyone loved it. I will defini
Gomotsang Ndala
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was delicious. I loved the herbed ricotta. It added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this again.
Milad Stanikzay
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chicken was moist and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The herbed ricotta was a great addition. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family. I will
Richard Walton
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was flavorful. I especially loved the herbed ricotta. It added a nice touch of creaminess and tanginess. I will definitely be making this again.
Trinitie Hurd
[email protected]This dish is a keeper! The chicken was fall-apart tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. The herbed ricotta was the perfect finishing touch. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a hit with my family. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Steven Prouty
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of slow cooker meals, but this one changed my mind. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the sauce was amazing. I loved the addition of the herbed ricotta. It added a nice touch of freshness. I will definitely be making this aga
Arif Ahmed Raj
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just threw everything in the slow cooker in the morning and dinner was ready when I got home from work. The chicken was so moist and juicy, and the sauce was packed with flavor. I will definitely be making th
Yinusa Shittu
[email protected]This slow cooker chicken ragù with herbed ricotta is an absolute delight! The chicken is fall-apart tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. The herbed ricotta adds a creamy and tangy touch that takes this dish to the next level. I served it over