Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and succulent pasta in a rich, creamy Cajun sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal is not only easy to prepare but also bursts with bold flavors that will impress your family and friends. Let the slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the enticing aroma that fills your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz penne pasta (or fettuccine)
- 1 cup chopped fresh bell peppers (red and green)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your crock pot on low heat.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with Cajun seasoning in a large bowl.
- In a skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Add to the crock pot along with seasoned chicken.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in uncooked pasta and cover until cooked through.
- Serve hot garnished with parsley and Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 130mg