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Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta with Farfalle

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs fully thawed
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons salt-free Cajun seasoning mild
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 12 oz dry farfalle
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Method
 

  1. Put chicken, pepper, onion, broth, Cajun seasoning and salt in a 4-quart slow cooker. Cover; cook on low 4 hours until chicken reaches 165°F and is tender.
  2. Slice or shred chicken; return to cooker. Stir in cream; heat covered on high 10–15 minutes until hot; avoid a hard boil.
  3. Boil farfalle separately according to package directions; drain. Turn cooker off; fold in pasta and Parmesan and serve promptly.

Notes

Equipment: 4-quart slow cooker, large pot, instant-read thermometer.
Serving size: one of 6 equal portions.
Refrigerate leftovers in shallow covered containers within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days. Reheat hot dishes to 165°F.