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Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo Creamy Pasta
Emily

Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo

A creamy, comforting slow cooker pasta dish with tender Cajun-spiced chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. An easy family-friendly dinner with minimal prep!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
  • fresh parsley, for garnish

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Mixing spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • cutting board and knives
  • two forks (for shredding)

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  3. Add the cubed cream cheese on top of the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  5. Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.
  6. Stir the shredded chicken back into the sauce. Add the uncooked pasta and stir to combine.
  7. Cover and cook on high for an additional 30–45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
  8. Stir in the shredded Parmesan cheese just before serving.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use penne for easier stirring or fettuccine for a more classic Alfredo feel. If the sauce thickens too much, stir in a splash of chicken broth or milk before serving. Spice level can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the Cajun seasoning.