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Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Alfredo

A creamy, slightly spicy Alfredo dish featuring tender shredded chicken, made effortlessly in a slow cooker—perfect for cozy, hands-off dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken and sauce
  • 3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning plus extra to taste (or use Creole seasoning for a milder flavor)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream substitute half-and-half for a lighter dish
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated melts best
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • to taste Salt & pepper go light on salt; Parmesan and broth add sodium
For the pasta
  • 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta, cooked separately or use gluten-free pasta
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rub both sides of each chicken breast with Cajun seasoning, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Place seasoned chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Scatter minced garlic over the chicken.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Drop the butter on top, adding a pinch of salt if using low-sodium broth.
Cooking
  1. Cover and set the slow cooker to LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the chicken reaches 165°F and shreds easily.
Finishing
  1. Remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Return meat to the slow cooker.
  2. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and sauce is creamy. Adjust Cajun seasoning and salt if needed.
  3. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce and shredded chicken until evenly coated.
  4. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with extra Parmesan and Cajun seasoning at the table.

Notes

For extra depth, sear chicken briefly in a hot skillet with the butter before adding to the slow cooker. For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan rather than pre-shredded for smoother melting.