Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe, a perfect blend of creamy texture and spicy Cajun zest. This dish is an easy-to-make family favorite that combines tender chicken and hearty penne pasta in a deliciously creamy sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings, simply toss your ingredients into the crock pot and let it work its magic while you focus on other things. Serve it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Chicken Breasts
- 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 pound Penne Pasta
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Add chicken, whipping cream, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning to a 6-quart crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Remove chicken, shred it, then return to the pot.
- Stir in uncooked penne pasta; cover and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese and let it melt before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 170mg