Crock Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta
A delightful one-pot meal combining creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful Cajun spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Adjust according to spice preference.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fusilli) Use any preferred pasta.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or non-dairy milk.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the bottom of a crock pot.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped bell pepper on top.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth.
Cooking
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for about 6 hours or until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot, then add the pasta and heavy cream. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes, checking the liquid as needed.
Serving
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
For additional nutrition, add spinach or zucchini when adding pasta. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.