Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe

Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo Recipe

Slow cooker cajun chicken alfredo is a savory dish for pasta night! Let the slow cooker work it’s magic to make this perfect spicy dinner for your family.

If you love a bit of spice with your Alfredo pasta, you need to try this recipe.

Adapted from : midwesternmoms.com

INGREDIENTS : 

  • garlic powder
  • kosher salt and black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed
  • 3 cups of heavy cream
  • 4 cups of low sodium chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons coarse cajun seasoning
  • 5 oz freshly shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1 pound of uncooked penne pasta
  • 1 pound smoked sausage sliced into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil


INSTRUCTIONS : 

  • Number one : Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper and a sprinkle of garlic powder. Number two : Heat olive oil over high heat and quickly sear chicken breasts on both sides.
  • Number two : Add chicken breasts,sausage, heavy cream, chicken broth, butter, garlic cloves and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, cajun seasoning and several turns of freshly ground black pepper to slow cooker.
  • Number three : Cook on low for about 4 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until chicken has reached 165 degrees.
  • Number four : Remove chicken from slow cooker and set aside to cool and slice.
  • Number five : Stir in 1/2 cup of hot water and uncooked penne pasta, cover and cook on high for about 30 minutes. Just until pasta is tender.
  • Number six : Once pasta is tender, stir in parmesan cheese, sliced chicken and additional salt and black pepper to taste.

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