Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a scrumptious dish that expertly combines rich, creamy flavors with zesty Cajun spices. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to simply toss all ingredients into your crock pot and let it work its magic. With tender chicken and al dente pasta enveloped in a luscious sauce, this meal promises to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Whether served with garlic bread or a crisp salad, this comforting dish is sure to become a staple in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a 6-quart crock pot, combine chicken breasts, heavy cream, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, then return it to the pot while whisking the sauce to combine.
- Stir in uncooked penne pasta and cover; cook on high for an additional 20–30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and let sit covered for another 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg