Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juices
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz penne pasta
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a large bowl; drizzle with olive oil and season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub to coat.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken on both sides for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic on top of chicken.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and add to the slow cooker.
- Heat everything together for another 15-20 minutes on low.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
To make it lighter, use reduced-fat cream or skip heavy cream and add more broth. You can use shrimp or sausage instead of chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free