Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish that transforms your busy weeknights into a delightful culinary experience. This hearty meal features tender chicken simmered with zesty Cajun spices, perfectly blended with creamy sauce and pasta, all cooked effortlessly in a slow cooker. It’s an ideal one-pot solution for family dinners or gatherings, ensuring minimal cleanup while delivering maximum flavor. With its rich taste and customizable options, this dish is bound to become a staple in your home.
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 the chicken breasts in the crock pot and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken broth, garlic, onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken and shred it using two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot; add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and uncooked penne pasta.
- Cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 532
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg