Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe
This Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a flavorful and easy slow cooker recipe. Tender chicken, bold Cajun spices, and a rich, creamy sauce come together perfectly with pasta for a delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and place them in the crock pot.
- Add heavy cream, chicken broth, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken, shred or slice, and return it to the crock pot.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and stir it into the crock pot.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté bell pepper and cherry tomatoes until soft. Add to the crock pot.
- Stir everything together and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for more or less spice.
- Use any pasta shape you prefer.
- Add cooked andouille sausage for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg