Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta. A satisfying one-pot meal with tender chicken, Cajun spices, and a velvety sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- Minced garlic
Veggies:
- Diced onions, red and green bell peppers
Sauce:
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Cream cheese or grated Parmesan
Others:
- Pasta (penne or rotini)
- Olive oil or butter (optional)
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Rub chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Cook in Slow Cooker: Place chicken, onions, bell peppers, garlic, and broth in slow cooker. Cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Prepare Sauce: Shred or dice chicken, then stir in heavy cream and cream cheese until smooth.
- Add Pasta: Cook pasta until al dente, then combine with chicken mixture and cook for an additional 15–30 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust spice levels to taste.
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half or omit cream cheese.
- Enhance with extra vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.
- Precook pasta for optimal texture.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of milk or broth for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low (2-4 hours on high), plus additional pasta cook time
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 480-520 kcal
- Sugar: 4-5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22-25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
