Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is the perfect dish for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This one-pot meal features tender, shredded chicken simmered in a rich and creamy sauce, accented by zesty Cajun spices, all served atop perfectly cooked penne pasta. With just a few minutes of prep time, your slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, turning simple ingredients into a comforting feast that delights every palate. Whether you’re serving it to picky eaters or hosting friends, this flavorful dish is sure to impress without requiring hours in the kitchen.
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
- Place chicken breasts in the crock pot and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken broth, garlic, onion, and bell peppers to the pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and uncooked penne pasta.
- Cover again 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 Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg