Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a mouthwatering one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and zesty Cajun spices in a creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this slow cooker recipe allows you to enjoy rich flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. Simply toss the ingredients into your crock pot and let it work its magic. Serve this delicious pasta with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.
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, red and green bell peppers to the pot; stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred cooked chicken with two forks and return it to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and uncooked penne pasta.
- Cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg