Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
This Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta blends tender chicken with a rich, spicy sauce and perfectly cooked pasta for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rub the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer to the crock pot.
- In the crock pot, add garlic, diced onion, green bell pepper, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crock pot and mix well.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Stir the cooked pasta into the crock pot with the creamy Cajun chicken mixture.
- Add shredded Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
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