Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, a delightful blend of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a rich creamy sauce infused with bold Cajun spices. This easy and flavorful slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, making it a family favorite that everyone will enjoy. Simply set your slow cooker, let it work its magic, and come home to a hearty meal ready to serve.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 yellow onion, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rub chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Optional: marinate for 15–20 minutes.
- Place seasoned chicken in the slow cooker along with sliced bell peppers, onion, and chicken broth. Cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the slow cooker.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted and creamy; cook on low for an additional 10–15 minutes.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the slow cooker before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Feel free to add extra vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for added nutrition. Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of Cajun seasoning used.