Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, zesty Cajun spices, and creamy goodness, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. This effortless recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lively gatherings, delivering a flavorful experience that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and place them in the bottom of the crock pot.
- Add diced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic on top of the chicken.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream with chicken broth, then pour over the chicken and vegetables.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, cook penne pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
- Shred the cooked chicken in the crock pot and stir in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve topped with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg