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Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo

Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo – Creamy Comfort in a Bowl

Enjoy a rich and creamy Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo that's easy to make and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken & Sausage
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral cooking oil
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts can swap for chicken thighs
  • 12 ounces Smoked Sausage or turkey sausage
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 2 cups Low Sodium Chicken Broth can use vegetable broth
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Coarse Cajun Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced or garlic powder
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Uncooked Penne Pasta or gluten-free pasta
  • 2 cups Hot Water can be omitted if cooking pasta separately
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sear in olive oil for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  2. Transfer seared chicken to slow cooker. Add sliced smoked sausage, heavy cream, low sodium chicken broth, butter, garlic, and Cajun seasoning. Stir to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2-3 hours until chicken reaches 165°F.
  4. Remove chicken, slice, and let rest before returning to slow cooker.
  5. Stir in hot water and uncooked penne pasta, cover, and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then mix with sliced chicken. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, sear chicken until golden. Add fresh vegetables near the end of cooking for added nutrition.

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