Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a deliciously comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. This easy slow cooker recipe allows you to throw everything into the pot and let it work its magic, perfect for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests. With just a handful of ingredients, including juicy chicken breasts, fresh bell peppers, and creamy Parmesan cheese, this hearty meal is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Pair it with a crisp salad or some warm garlic bread for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 can (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
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces penne pasta
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken broth, garlic, onion, and bell peppers.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is cooked through.
- Shred chicken using two forks and return to the crock pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and uncooked penne pasta.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes or until pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg