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Irresistible 5-Ingredient Cajun Chicken Crockpot

Irresistible 5-Ingredient Cajun Chicken Crockpot for Busy Nights

Experience the delightful flavors of Irresistible 5-Ingredient Cajun Chicken Crockpot, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Fillets Main protein source
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust based on heat preference
For the Seasoning Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Essential for seasoning; adjust to taste
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Sliced; a variety of colors is preferred
For Moisture
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium options are available

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step 1: Season Chicken
  1. Pat the chicken fillets dry. In a bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture over the chicken.
Step 2: Layer Ingredients
  1. Place the seasoned chicken in a single layer in the crockpot. Add sliced bell peppers on top and pour chicken broth over everything, ensuring chicken is submerged.
Step 3: Cook
  1. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.
Step 4: Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the crockpot. Serve whole over rice or shred in the pot. Drizzle cooking liquid over the chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken fillets are similar in size for even cooking. Frozen chicken requires additional cooking time. Optionally, assemble before and store in the fridge overnight for easy preparation.

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