Here are the ingredients for slow cooker Italian dressing pasta—a simple, tangy, dump-and-cook style meal:
🍝 Main ingredients
- 2–3 chicken breasts (or thighs), optional but common
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne, rotini, or fusilli work best)
- 1 bottle (about 250–350 ml) Italian dressing
- 1 can diced tomatoes (or crushed tomatoes)
- 1 small onion, chopped (optional but adds flavor)
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
🧀 Flavor add-ins
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Italian cheese blend
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper to taste
🌿 Optional extras
- Sliced bell peppers
- Mushrooms
- Spinach (add near the end so it doesn’t overcook)
- Red chili flakes for heat
🍲 Basic idea (how it’s used)
- Chicken + dressing + tomatoes + seasonings go into the slow cooker first
- Cook until chicken is tender
- Add cooked pasta near the end (so it doesn’t get mushy)
- Stir in cheese before serving for a creamy finish
