Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Louisiana with this Slow Cooker Cajun Alfredo Recipe! This creamy, spicy dish combines tender chicken and pasta in a rich sauce that’s as comforting as it is delicious. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe requires minimal effort—just toss in your ingredients and let the slow cooker do all the work. With bold Cajun spices and a delightful creaminess, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it up with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 can chicken broth (14.5 ounces)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1 ½ cups shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup frozen peppers and onions
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine chicken breasts, heavy cream, butter, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, paprika, minced garlic, frozen peppers, and onions.
- Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken, slice it into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
- Stir penne pasta into the slow cooker sauce mixture; cover and cook for about 30 minutes until al dente.
- Add sliced chicken and Parmesan cheese back to the slow cooker; stir well to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg