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Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

A delicious and easy weeknight meal featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich sauce, ready to be tossed with perfectly cooked pasta.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 0.5 yellow onion sliced
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 ounces cream cheese cubed
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Extra Parmesan cheese for garnish
  • Crushed red pepper flakes for garnish

Method
 

  1. Rub the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 15-20 minutes if possible.
  2. Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker. Add sliced bell peppers and onion, then pour in the chicken broth. Set to low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  3. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir.
  4. Add cream cheese and shredded Parmesan cheese to the slow cooker. Stir until melted and cook on low for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  5. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well before adding to the slow cooker.
  6. Stir the cooked pasta into the slow cooker mixture until coated in the sauce.
  7. Serve the dish in bowls or plates, garnished with parsley, extra Parmesan, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 35gFat: 22g

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