Name: Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta – Easy, Spicy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts – Cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning – Adjust to taste; 2 cups heavy cream – For a creamy base; 1 cup chicken broth – Balances the richness; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese – Adds depth and thickness; 1 cup diced tomatoes – Fresh or canned; 1 red bell pepper, sliced – Adds sweetness; 1 green bell pepper, sliced – Adds a hint of bitterness; 3 cloves garlic, minced – Aromatic and flavorful; 8 oz penne pasta – Perfectly holds the sauce; Salt and pepper – To taste; Fresh parsley, chopped – For garnish

Description

This Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a rich, flavorful, and spicy dish that’s both comforting and effortless. Juicy chicken, tender pasta, and a creamy Cajun-infused sauce come together in the slow cooker for a perfect weeknight or family dinner. Simple ingredients and one-pot cooking make it as easy as it is delicious.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts – Cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning – Adjust to taste
2 cups heavy cream – For a creamy base
1 cup chicken broth – Balances the richness
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese – Adds depth and thickness
1 cup diced tomatoes – Fresh or canned
1 red bell pepper, sliced – Adds sweetness
1 green bell pepper, sliced – Adds a hint of bitterness
3 cloves garlic, minced – Aromatic and flavorful
8 oz penne pasta – Perfectly holds the sauce
Salt and pepper – To taste
Fresh parsley, chopped – For garnish

Instructions

Season the Chicken:
Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
Combine Ingredients:
Place chicken, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, and garlic in the crock pot. Stir well.
Cook Slowly:
- Cook on Low for 4–5 hours, or
- Cook on High for 2–3 hours, until chicken is tender.
Add Pasta:
Stir in penne pasta 15 minutes before the end of cooking, ensuring it’s submerged.
Finish Cooking:
Continue cooking for 15–20 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
Season and Serve:
Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Add veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini for extra nutrients.
Ensure pasta isn’t overcooked by adding it near the end of cooking time.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hour
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 625 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 820 mg
Fat: 38 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Protein: 28 g
Cholesterol: 120 mg

Keywords: Cajun chicken pasta, creamy pasta, slow cooker recipes