Cajun seasoning and a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies give this slow cooker cajun chicken pasta its low, steady heat, while a splash of heavy cream smooths it out at the end. The chicken breasts cook until tender and get tossed with penne right before serving.
Simply add the ingredients to your slow cooker, and let it do the work while you go about your day. The result is a creamy, zesty pasta dish that the whole family will enjoy.
Easy Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta
This dish features chicken breasts cooked in a rich Cajun-spiced sauce, combined with pasta for a satisfying meal. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the slow cooker and serves 4-6 people.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and place them in the slow cooker.
- Add Ingredients: Pour the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, onion, bell pepper, and garlic over the chicken.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Cook the Pasta: Stir in the uncooked penne pasta and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 550kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
I add the pasta near the end so it does not turn soft, then let everything sit for a few minutes to thicken. A little grated Parmesan on top is how we like it at our table.
