Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
A comforting one-pot pasta dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy Cajun sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For coating the chicken
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Adjust according to spice preference
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce and Veggies
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 1 small onion thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream For creaminess
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz penne pasta Or any pasta shape of choice
- to taste Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and coat evenly.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the chicken and rub the spices in.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the chicken for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Transfer the browned chicken to the slow cooker.
- Spread sliced bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic over the chicken.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and chicken broth, mixing gently.
Cooking
- Cover and set the slow cooker to cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is fork-tender.
- Shred the chicken directly in the pot with two forks.
- Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and add to the slow cooker.
- Stir everything together to coat the pasta with the sauce, and let heat for an additional 15-20 minutes on low before serving.
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Notes
Consider serving with crusty garlic bread and a side salad for a complete meal. Adjust spice levels as desired.