Slow Cooker Elbow Macaroni Feast

Slow Cooker Elbow Macaroni Feast: This creamy slow cooker macaroni is made with just 4 simple ingredients. Soft pasta cooks right in the slow cooker with broth and two kinds of cheese, making a warm, cheesy dish everyone will love. It’s easy to make and perfect for busy family dinners.

This easy 4-ingredient slow cooker macaroni is a great family dinner for days when you need something filling, warm, and simple without much work. Since you put the dry macaroni right into the slow cooker, there’s almost no prep needed. The creamy, cheesy sauce turns just a few plain ingredients into a warm, cozy meal that feels really special when it’s on the table.

You can serve this creamy macaroni by itself, or add a simple green salad, steamed broccoli, roasted green beans, or sliced tomatoes to add some freshness next to all that cheesy goodness. If you want to feed a hungrier group, warm garlic bread, buttered peas, or a bowl of fruit are easy things to add to the meal.

4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Elbow Macaroni Feast

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dry elbow macaroni
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray, or rub a thin layer of butter inside. This step is optional, but it makes cleanup easier later.
2. Pour the dry elbow macaroni and chicken broth into the slow cooker. Add the cubed cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese on top.
3. Stir everything together gently. Make sure the macaroni is covered in liquid and try to push the cream cheese cubes down under the broth so they melt evenly.
4. Put the lid on and cook on LOW for 1½ to 2½ hours. Stir once or twice while it cooks. The macaroni is ready when the pasta feels soft and the sauce looks smooth and creamy. If the sauce gets too thick before the pasta is soft, stir in a small splash of warm broth or water to loosen it.
5. Turn off the slow cooker and let the macaroni rest for about 5 minutes so the sauce thickens up a little more. Give it one final stir, then scoop into bowls and serve warm.

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