Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: Easy & Flavorful Dinner
Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is the ultimate solution for a flavorful and hassle-free dinner. This dish features tender chicken seasoned with bold Cajun spices, combined with vibrant bell peppers and a rich, creamy sauce made from cream cheese and Parmesan. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this slow cooker recipe allows you to prep in minutes and let your kitchen work its magic. The result is a delicious meal that brings comfort and satisfaction to the table, with leftovers that taste just as good the next day. Gather your ingredients, let the Crock Pot do the work, and enjoy moments of culinary delight!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 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
Instructions
- Rub chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 15–20 minutes if time permits.
- Place seasoned chicken in the slow cooker along with sliced bell peppers, onions, and chicken broth. Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- Remove cooked chicken and shred it using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy (about 10–15 minutes).
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain well.
- Combine pasta with the creamy mixture in the slow cooker and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg