Crock Pot Creamy Cajun Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)

A fusion of Cajun spices, juicy chicken, bell peppers and creamy sauce served over pasta for an easy dinner.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
07 - 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
08 - 1 cup chicken broth
09 - 1 cup heavy cream
10 - 8 ounces penne pasta
11 - 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
12 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

13 - Chopped parsley, optional
14 - Cajun seasoning, optional, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Place chicken breasts in the base of the crock pot. Season evenly with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to thoroughly coat the chicken.
02 - Layer sliced red and yellow bell peppers over the seasoned chicken. Distribute cubed cream cheese evenly on top.
03 - Pour chicken broth and heavy cream over the contents in the crock pot.
04 - Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
05 - Approximately 30 minutes before serving, cook penne pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain well.
06 - Remove chicken breasts from the crock pot. Using two forks, shred chicken into bite-sized pieces.
07 - Return shredded chicken to the crock pot, add cooked penne pasta and shredded Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.
08 - Allow the mixture to warm through on the keep-warm setting for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
09 - Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of Cajun seasoning if desired.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For deeper flavor, sauté bell peppers in a little olive oil before adding to the crock pot.
02 - Substitute penne pasta with fettuccine or rotini for variation.
03 - Increase heat by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper with the spices.
04 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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