Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe is a deliciously comforting dish that marries the bold essence of Cajun spices with a luscious creamy sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, allowing you to simply toss your ingredients into the crock pot and let it work its magic. The result is tender chicken enveloped in a rich, flavorful sauce, paired with perfectly cooked pasta. Everyone from kids to adults will love the mild heat and cheesy goodness of this delightful meal. Serve it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pound penne pasta
Instructions
- Prepare the crock pot by adding chicken, heavy cream, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove and shred the chicken, then return it to the crock pot.
- Whisk the sauce until smooth and stir in uncooked penne pasta.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and let it melt before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg