Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
This Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a deliciously spicy and creamy dish that combines tender chicken with flavorful Cajun spices and tender pasta, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rub the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning evenly on both sides.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to the crock pot.
- Add sliced bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the crock pot with the chicken.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir gently to combine ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks; return shredded chicken to the crock pot.
- Add uncooked penne pasta, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 30-40 minutes until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or serve with hot sauce on the side.
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