Description
Easy creamy Cajun chicken pasta made in the slow cooker. A bold, family-friendly crockpot dinner everyone will love! This Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken, bold Cajun spices, and a rich, creamy sauce for an effortless and satisfying weeknight meal.
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
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Rub chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Optional: marinate for 15–20 minutes.
- Place seasoned chicken in slow cooker. Add sliced bell peppers, onion, and chicken broth. Cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours.
- Remove chicken, shred with forks, then return to slow cooker.
- Add cream cheese and Parmesan. Stir until melted and creamy. Cook an additional 10–15 minutes on low.
- Cook pasta separately according to package directions until al dente. Drain and stir into the slow cooker mixture.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley, extra cheese, or red pepper flakes.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, sear chicken before slow cooking.
- Cook pasta separately and add at the end to avoid mushiness.
- Use fresh Parmesan for best texture and taste.
- Use hot Cajun seasoning or jalapeños for extra heat.
- Freeze sauce without pasta for better results upon reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
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