Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
If you crave a comforting meal that fits seamlessly into your busy weeknights, try this Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta. This easy slow cooker recipe brings together tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a luscious creamy sauce seasoned with Cajun spices. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it delivers rich flavors that everyone will love. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, set the timer, and let it work its magic. In just a few hours, you’ll be ready to enjoy a satisfying bowl of pasta that feels special enough for gatherings yet simple enough for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Season chicken with olive oil and spices.
- Brown chicken in a skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Place browned chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add sliced bell peppers, garlic, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth.
- Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the pot and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
- Cook pasta separately according to package instructions; drain.
- Combine pasta with the creamy mixture in the slow cooker and heat through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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