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Crock Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Crock Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Description

A creamy, spicy crock pot pasta dish with tender chicken, perfect for easy weeknight meals.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken filets
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken filets in the slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
  3. Pour chicken broth and heavy whipping cream over the seasoned chicken.
  4. Add butter, diced onion, and sliced red bell pepper.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
  6. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return to the cooker.
  7. Stir in penne pasta and cook for an additional 30 minutes until tender.
  8. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese, adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

Can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free penne pasta.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 650 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 22g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg

Keywords: crock pot, cajun, chicken pasta, one pot, easy dinner