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Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta: A Family Favorite Delight

Enjoy the creamy goodness of Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts the main protein source
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust for heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika can deepen the flavor
  • to taste Salt to amplify flavors
  • to taste Pepper to amplify flavors
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers sliced uniformly
  • 1 cup Onion sliced uniformly
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium version optional
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese substitute with dairy-free options if needed
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese fresh cheese melts better
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta (e.g., penne or rotini) cook until al dente

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by evenly rubbing chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Optionally, marinate for 15-20 minutes for bolder flavor.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken in your slow cooker, add sliced bell peppers, onion, and chicken broth. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  3. Once cooked, remove and shred the chicken using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  4. Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Cook on low for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  5. Prepare pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the creamy sauce, mixing until evenly coated. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is flexible; feel free to swap ingredients to suit dietary preferences.

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