Slow Cooker Cajun-Spiced Chicken with Sweet Corn and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-06 · Updated 2026-07-06

Tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a rich Cajun-spiced tomato sauce with sweet corn and colorful bell peppers for a comforting, hearty meal. This Southern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 375 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into 1/2-inch strips green bell pepper
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped for garnish fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs and sear for 3 minutes per side until golden brown but not cooked through. Transfer to slow cooker.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced green bell pepper, and 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables are softened and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 cup chicken broth, 1 cup corn kernels, 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a simmer for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
4. Step 4: Pour the tomato and vegetable mixture over the chicken thighs in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through.
5. Step 5: Before serving, sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for a bright finish.