Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delightful one-pot meal that brings the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine right to your table with minimal effort. This dish features tender shredded chicken enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce, complemented by the warmth of Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this slow-cooked pasta dish is sure to satisfy cravings while making cleanup a breeze. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can enjoy a comforting dinner 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crock pot and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken broth, garlic, onion, and bell peppers.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the cooked chicken with forks and return to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and uncooked penne pasta.
- Cover again and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg