Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce
Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce is the ultimate comfort food that’s easy to make and full of flavor. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect creamy sauce is to add it at the end. The crispy, golden chicken and rich, creamy sauce will make your family beg for more. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Bruschetta with Heirloom Tomatoes and Fresh Basil and Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage.
Why This Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- The rich, creamy sauce is out of this world.
- The slow cooker does all the work for you.
- It's a one-pot meal that's easy to clean up.
- The leftovers are even better the next day.
What You'll Need for Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Cajun seasoning
- Butter
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- Cajun seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Green onions
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 2: Place chicken in slow cooker. Top with butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Step 3: Pour chicken broth over chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred. Stir in heavy cream. Return chicken to slow cooker and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Step 5: Serve chicken over rice or pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It can become dry. To prevent this, remove the chicken from the slow cooker as soon as it's cooked through and shred it before returning it to the sauce.
- Pro tip: For extra flavor, brown the chicken in a pan before adding it to the slow cooker.
- Pro tip: To make this recipe in the Instant Pot, cook on high pressure for 10 minutes with a natural release.
Storing & Reheating Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months.
Freezing Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce
Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the Cajun seasoning.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 15 minutes.
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Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Cajun seasoning
- Butter
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
Seasonings
- Cajun seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 2: Place chicken in slow cooker. Top with butter, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Step 3: Pour chicken broth over chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred. Stir in heavy cream. Return chicken to slow cooker and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Step 5: Serve chicken over rice or pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and green onions.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the Cajun seasoning.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the slow cooker. Cook for an additional 15 minutes.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 40g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 140mg
- Sat. Fat: 16g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce FAQs
Yes, this recipe can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Overcooking the chicken can cause it to become dry. To prevent this, remove the chicken from the slow cooker as soon as it's cooked through and shred it before returning it to the sauce.
Yes, cook on high pressure for 10 minutes with a natural release.
This recipe is great served over rice or pasta. You can also serve it with a side of garlic bread or a salad.
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free. However, always check the labels of your Cajun seasoning to ensure it's gluten-free.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Slow Cooker Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
