Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a heartwarming dish that marries rich, creamy textures with the vibrant kick of Cajun spices. This easy-to-make recipe requires minimal effort—just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this pasta dish features tender chicken enveloped in a luscious sauce, making it a family favorite that even picky eaters will adore. Serve it on its own or alongside a fresh salad for a well-rounded meal. With the added bonus of being great for meal prep, you can enjoy delicious leftovers throughout the week. Dive into this comforting dish and experience a delightful explosion of flavors!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Chicken Breasts
- 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 pound Penne Pasta
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Combine chicken, heavy cream, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning in a 6-quart crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove chicken and shred or dice it.
- Whisk the sauce in the crock pot; return shredded chicken and add 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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg