Description
Indulge in the creamy, spicy goodness of Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta. This hearty dish combines tender chicken breasts, rich heavy cream, and zesty Cajun seasoning for a delightful flavor that will impress at any dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this slow cooker recipe allows you to set it and forget it while your meal cooks to perfection. With minimal prep time and maximum taste, you can enjoy a comforting pasta dish that’s sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure chicken is thawed.
- In a 6-quart crock pot, combine chicken breasts, heavy cream, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning. Mix gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the crock pot.
- Stir in uncooked penne pasta and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes until tender.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and let it melt before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg