Cajun Chicken
Cajun Chicken is a vibrant dish that brings the essence of Cajun cuisine to your dining table. This recipe showcases tender chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious, creamy sauce with a delightful kick from Cajun spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this hearty meal satisfies the whole family. Serve it over rice or alongside your favorite sides for an unforgettable dining experience. Plus, the recipe is quick to whip up, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cups heavy cream (or half and half)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- Cajun seasoning
- Olive oil
- Shredded cheddar jack cheese
- Lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and cook in a skillet with olive oil until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes on each side. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic. Whisk in flour, then gradually add chicken broth and cream, stirring until thickened.
- Stir in honey, hot sauce, additional Cajun seasoning, and spices. Add cooked chicken back into the skillet along with diced tomatoes and cheese, covering until melted.
- Drizzle lime juice over the dish before serving and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (200g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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