Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
An easy yet impressive meal that combines tender chicken, rich creaminess, and a kick of Cajun spices, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 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
Instructions
Preparation
- Prep all your ingredients. Optionally, chop vegetables like bell peppers or spinach into bite-sized pieces.
- In a 6-quart crock pot, combine the chicken breasts, heavy whipping cream, chicken broth, and butter.
- Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning and garlic powder, and stir together until well mixed.
Cooking
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours until the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the crock pot and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken back to the crock pot and whisk the sauce until smooth.
- Add the uncooked penne pasta, stirring it into the sauce.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 20 to 30 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated.
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Notes
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or additional Cajun seasoning. Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad.