Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Cajun Chicken recipe, a delightful dish that brings the bold essence of Cajun cuisine to your dinner table. This easy-to-make skillet meal features tender chicken breasts coated in a zesty cream sauce infused with spices that will elevate any weeknight dinner or special occasion. In just 45 minutes, you can serve a hearty plateful thatβs not only satisfying but also adaptable to your favorite sides like rice or pasta. The creamy sauce, with a hint of heat from Cajun seasoning, is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy leftovers for meal prep or impress guests at your next gathering!
Ingredients
- 1 Β½ cups chicken broth
- ΒΎ cup heavy cream (or half and half)
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (plus more for coating)
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- ΒΎ cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
- Lime juice and fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat; sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sautΓ© minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to create a roux; gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth.
- Add honey, hot sauce, brown sugar, mustard powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes; simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with diced tomatoes (juice reserved). Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
- Sprinkle cheese on top; cover until melted.
- Serve drizzled with lime juice and garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 481
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 674mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 132mg
Keywords: You can adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing the amount of Cajun seasoning. For added flavor, incorporate vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms into the sauce. This dish pairs well with rice options such as white rice or cilantro lime rice.