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Crock Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta

A creamy, flavorful pasta dish made effortlessly in a slow cooker, combining tender chicken, zesty Cajun spices, and rich cream.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 8 ounces pasta (e.g., penne or rotini)
  • 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
  • 1 cup onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Cooking Pasta
  1. About 30 minutes before serving, cook the pasta according to package instructions.
Final Mixing
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, shred it with two forks and stir in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese.
  2. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

For added flavor, toast the garlic before adding it to the mixture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to 3 months.