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Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

A delightful, creamy pasta dish infused with Cajun spices, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 0.5 yellow onion sliced
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese cubed
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish
  • to taste Extra Parmesan cheese for topping
  • to taste Crushed red pepper flakes for added heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rub the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 15–20 minutes if possible.
Cooking
  1. Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker along with the sliced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, sliced onion, and chicken broth.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
  3. Once cooked, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the slow cooker.
  4. Stir in the cream cheese and shredded Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Cook for an additional 10–15 minutes on low.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and stir it into the slow cooker mixture.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 34gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 820mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For storage, let the dish cool to room temperature before transferring it to an airtight container. It lasts 3-4 days in the fridge or 2-3 months in the freezer. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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