Crock Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe for Busy Cooks
This creamy and spicy Cajun chicken pasta is effortlessly delicious, cooked slowly in a crock pot for maximum flavor. It's a comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 whole bell pepper diced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz penne pasta uncooked
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then add the diced tomatoes with juices.
- Layer the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper over the chicken.
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the sauce.
- Add the uncooked penne pasta, ensuring it is submerged in the sauce.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 30-40 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.