Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the creamy, spicy goodness of this Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta. Tender chicken, Cajun spices, and a creamy sauce come together for a comforting meal that’s easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Pasta:
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juices
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz penne pasta (or pasta of choice)
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season and Brown the Chicken: Place chicken in a bowl, season with Cajun spices, and brown in a skillet.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker and add bell pepper, onion, garlic, tomatoes, and broth.
- Cook in the Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred and Add Cream: Shred the chicken, return it to the slow cooker, and stir in cream and Parmesan cheese.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta separately until al dente, then add to the slow cooker mixture.
- Combine and Serve: Allow everything to heat through in the slow cooker, then serve hot garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Cajun Chicken Pasta, Slow Cooker Pasta Recipe
