Name: Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken breasts (boneless, skinless); 2-3 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste); 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 small yellow onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 cup cream cheese, softened; 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; 1 lb pasta (penne, fettuccine, or preferred shape); 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; Optional: Chopped parsley, grated Parmesan, or red pepper flakes for garnish

Description

This Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is a rich and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, bold Cajun spices, and a creamy, cheesy sauce, all tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. It’s an easy, hands-off recipe that delivers restaurant-quality results right from your slow cooker!

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
2–3 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 small yellow onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 lb pasta (penne, fettuccine, or preferred shape)
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: Chopped parsley, grated Parmesan, or red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Rub chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
Add Ingredients to the Crock Pot: Place the seasoned chicken, bell peppers, onion, and garlic into the Crock Pot. Pour in chicken broth.
Cook the Chicken: Set the Crock Pot to low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the Crock Pot.
Add Creamy Ingredients: Stir in heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Cook Pasta: Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Combine and Serve: Add cooked pasta to the Crock Pot and stir to coat in the creamy sauce. Use pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed. Garnish with parsley, Parmesan, or red pepper flakes, and serve warm.

Notes

Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the Cajun seasoning.
Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier texture.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze the sauce for up to 2 months

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 180
Category: Dinner
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Cajun

Keywords: Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta, Slow Cooker Chicken Pasta, Creamy Cajun Pasta Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner, Spicy Pasta Recipe