This slow cooker Amish Parmesan pork pasta is the kind of dependable dinner that makes a busy day feel easier. A handful of simple ingredients come together into tender pork, a rich creamy sauce, and pasta that soaks up every bit of that savory Parmesan flavor. Grating the cheese right over the pork chops keeps the prep wonderfully simple, and the slow cooker does the hard work while the house fills with a cozy, homemade aroma.
Serve this creamy pork pasta with a crisp green salad, steamed green beans, or buttered peas for a little freshness alongside the rich sauce. Warm dinner rolls or garlic bread are also lovely for scooping up the extra sauce, and if you want to round things out for company, a simple fruit salad makes the meal feel especially welcoming.
Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Amish Parmesan Pork Pasta
Servings: 6
Ingredients
4 boneless pork chops
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 can cream of chicken soup, 10.5 ounces
1 cup chicken broth
12 ounces penne pasta
Directions
1. Place the pork chops in the bottom of the slow cooker in an even layer. Spoon the cream of chicken soup over the top, pour in the chicken broth, and grate the Parmesan cheese evenly over everything.
2. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or until the pork is very tender and cooked through.
3. About 15 minutes before serving, cook the penne pasta in salted water according to the package directions until tender. Drain well.
4. Remove the pork chops from the slow cooker and cut them into bite-size pieces or shred them lightly with two forks.
5. Return the pork to the slow cooker and stir in the cooked pasta until everything is coated in the creamy sauce. Serve hot.
Variations & Tips
For extra flavor: Add a little black pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder if you have them on hand. Even though this is a simple five-ingredient supper, a small seasoning boost can make it taste even more homemade.
For a thicker sauce: If the sauce seems a little thin after stirring in the pasta, let the dish sit in the slow cooker on warm for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. The pasta will absorb some of the extra sauce and make everything nice and creamy.
For picky eaters: Cut or shred the pork into very small pieces before mixing it back into the pasta so every bite is tender and easy to eat. This is a nice trick for little ones who prefer a smoother, casserole-style texture.
Try a vegetable add-in: Stir in cooked peas, steamed broccoli, or sautéed mushrooms right before serving if you want to stretch the meal a bit. Those additions fit right into the creamy sauce without making the recipe complicated.
Swap the pasta shape: Penne is a great choice because it holds the sauce well, but rotini, ziti, or egg noodles also work nicely. Just cook the pasta separately and stir it in at the end the same way.