Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delicious and effortless dish that brings together the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning and creamy cheese for a meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Simply toss your ingredients into the slow cooker and let it work its magic while you attend to other tasks. This dish is not only rich in flavor but also very versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or switch up the pasta shape to cater to your family’s preferences. Plus, it makes great leftovers, allowing the flavors to deepen overnight. Enjoy a comforting bowl of this creamy goodness that everyone at the table will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Extra Parmesan cheese for serving
- Crushed red pepper flakes for spice
Instructions
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken in the slow cooker along with sliced vegetables and chicken broth. Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the slow cooker.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted and creamy (cook for an additional 10–15 minutes).
- Cook pasta separately until al dente; drain well.
- Combine pasta with the sauce in the slow cooker and mix thoroughly.
- Serve hot with parsley garnish and extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg