Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe

Indulge in this creamy, dreamy Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta! Tender chicken breasts simmer in a rich Cajun Alfredo sauce with juicy tomatoes and sweet bell peppers. This recipe, inspired by Sandra Lee, delivers a taste of the bayou with minimal effort. We've tweaked it for perfection – enjoy a thicker, more flavorful sauce by omitting the chicken broth as suggested by many satisfied cooks. Serve over your favorite pasta for a comforting and satisfying weeknight meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 195 mins
Calories 642.4 kcal
Protein 110g
Rating 3.7 (10 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta

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How to Make Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta

  1. Cut 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces.
  2. In your slow cooker, combine the chicken, 1 (16 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 medium red bell pepper (chopped), and 1-2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (to taste).
  3. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours, or on low for 6-8 hours, or until chicken is cooked through.
  4. While the chicken cooks, prepare 1 pound of your favorite pasta according to package directions.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, serve the chicken and sauce over the cooked pasta.
  6. Garnish with fresh chives (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

4g

Carbs

30g