Description
Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a creamy, spicy pasta dish that captures the essence of New Orleans in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich, flavorful sauce with colorful bell peppers and aromatic garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights, it requires minimal effort and is sure to impress your family or guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and green), sliced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the seasoned chicken breasts for about 5 minutes on each side until golden.
- Add minced garlic and sliced bell peppers to the skillet; sauté for an additional 3 minutes.
- Transfer the browned chicken and vegetables to a slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Cajun seasoning until smooth. Pour over the chicken mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- About 20 minutes before serving, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker, mix everything gently, and fold in cooked pasta before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg