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Crock Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta

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A creamy and flavorful Cajun chicken pasta made effortlessly in the slow cooker with tender chicken, colorful peppers, and a rich parmesan cream sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1.5–2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth, divided
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 box (16 ounces) penne pasta
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly shredded, rind reserved
  • Parsley, for garnish (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides.
  2. Deglaze the skillet with about 1 cup of the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits, then transfer everything to the crock pot.
  3. Add the onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, garlic, remaining chicken broth, butter, Cajun seasoning, and parmesan rind if using. Stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
  5. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in the pasta. Cook on high until the pasta is al dente.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded parmesan cheese. Cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
  7. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
  • Adjust the Cajun seasoning to increase or decrease the spice level.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Add extra broth when reheating if the pasta absorbs too much liquid.

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