Crock Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta
Enjoy a creamy, spicy, and comforting Crock Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta, perfect for busy nights.
Equipment
- Crock pot
Ingredients
Chicken and Pasta
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and coat evenly with Cajun seasoning.
- Sear chicken in olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Add chicken and vegetables to crock pot.
- Pour in broth and cream, add cream cheese.
- Cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours.
- Cook pasta separately until al dente.
- Shred chicken and return to pot.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Add pasta and mix well.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting. Adjust Cajun seasoning to control spice level. Add cream or broth when reheating to maintain texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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