Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delightful blend of tender chicken, zesty Cajun spices, and creamy pasta, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. This one-pot meal is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering rich flavors that the whole family will love. The slow cooking process melds the ingredients beautifully, resulting in a comforting dish that’s both hearty and satisfying. Paired with fresh herbs and sides like garlic bread or a crisp salad, this recipe ensures a memorable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 14 ounces chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken broth, garlic, onion, red and green bell peppers.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the crockpot.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and uncooked penne pasta.
- Cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low (or 3 hours on high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 140mg