Description
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that effortlessly combines rich, creamy flavors with bold Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pot meal is easy to prepare and sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Simply toss all your ingredients into the crock pot and let it work its magic while you go about your day. The result? Tender chicken and pasta enveloped in a luscious sauce, creating a cozy dining experience that everyone will love.
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
- Place chicken, cream, broth, butter, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning in a 6-quart crock pot; mix well.
- 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 the chicken, shred it, and return it to the crock pot.
- Add uncooked penne pasta; stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese; cover for another 5 minutes to melt.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (low) or 2 hours (high)
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 135mg