Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that brings the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine right to your dinner table. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken, zesty Cajun spices, and creamy sauce, all slow-cooked to perfection. Simply toss everything into the crock pot and let it do the magic while you enjoy your day. Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a special gathering, this comforting pasta dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. With its rich flavors and kid-friendly appeal, it’s an easy meal that everyone will love!
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken in the crock pot and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken broth, garlic, onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper; mix gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken with forks and return it to the 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; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg