Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Flavorful Family Delight
A delicious and creamy pasta dish made in a slow cooker with a Cajun twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and season with Cajun seasoning.
- Add the chopped onion, diced bell pepper, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
- Add the cooked penne pasta and shredded chicken back to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Mix well and let it heat through for another 10-15 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added spice, include more Cajun seasoning or hot sauce to taste.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 700 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
Keywords: Crock Pot, Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta