Step 1

Add chicken, mushrooms, flour and seasonings to slow cooker and toss well to coat with flour as evenly as possible

Step 2

Slowly stir in broth and keep stirring until smooth

Step 3

Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 until chicken is fully cooked

Step 4

Return slow cooker to high heat and stir in cheeses, bacon and cream until cheese is melted

Step 5

Add pasta noodles and cover, stirring occasionally until noodles are fully cooked and tender (30-45 minutes)

Step 6

An optional but recommended additional step - Spray 9x13 casserole dish with nonstick spray

Step 7

Preheat oven to 425 degrees

Step 8

Add cooked pasta to dish and top with breadcrumbs and butter

Step 9

Cook in oven until top is crispy and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes