Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe. This effortless dish combines succulent chicken breasts with a rich, creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, it serves up to 8 hearty portions, making sure everyone leaves the table satisfied. Enjoy this delicious meal paired with garlic bread or a fresh salad for an unbeatable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by thawing the chicken if frozen.
- In a 6-quart crock pot, combine chicken breasts, heavy whipping cream, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning. Stir gently.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred or dice the chicken and return it to the pot.
- Stir in uncooked penne pasta and cover; cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and let it melt before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 135mg