Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe
Make this Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta for a flavorful, creamy, and easy-to-make meal. A perfect slow-cooked Cajun recipe the whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add chicken, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and diced bell pepper to the crock pot.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Cook pasta separately according to package instructions.
- Add cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese to the crock pot. Stir until well combined.
- Let it cook for an additional 10-15 minutes on low, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to suit your spice preference.
- Use any pasta of your choice.
- For added veggies, toss in some spinach or mushrooms in the last hour of cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850 mg