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Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta


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  • Author: Amanda
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Description

Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 can (14 ounces) chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and sprinkle evenly with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Add chicken broth, garlic, onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the crockpot.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
  4. Remove chicken and shred with forks; return shredded chicken to the crockpot.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and uncooked penne pasta.
  6. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until pasta is tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 492
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 94mg