Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy Cajun chicken pasta made effortlessly in a slow cooker. This dish is bursting with flavor and perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 pounds Chicken Breasts
For the Sauce:
- 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Pasta:
- 1 pound Penne Pasta
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Add the Ingredients: Place chicken, heavy whipping cream, chicken broth, butter, Cajun seasoning, and garlic powder in a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken from the slow cooker, shred or dice into large pieces.
- Prepare Sauce and Pasta: Whisk the sauce in the slow cooker. Return chicken to the pot, add uncooked pasta, cover, and cook on high for 20-30 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Finish: Stir in Parmesan cheese, cover for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- If sensitive to spice, reduce Cajun seasoning by half.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
