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Cajun Chicken


  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Cajun Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts seared to perfection and simmered in a rich, creamy sauce with a flavorful Cajun kick. Perfectly paired with rice, beans, or a fresh salad, this dish is a spicy and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.


Ingredients

Sauce:

1 ½ cups chicken broth

¾ cups heavy cream (or half and half)

1 tablespoon honey

2 teaspoons hot sauce

2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon brown sugar

½ teaspoon mustard powder

½ teaspoon oregano

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Pinch of red pepper flakes

Chicken:

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning

3 tablespoons flour

12 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce Base:

3 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons flour

10 oz. Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, juice reserved

¾ cup cheddar jack cheese, shredded

2 teaspoons lime juice

For Serving:

Lime wedges

Fresh cilantro, roughly chopped


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Drain and reserve juice from diced tomatoes.
  2. Combine sauce ingredients in a large measuring cup and set aside.
  3. Slice chicken breasts lengthwise, pound to ½ inch thick, and season with Cajun seasoning and flour.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden, about 4-5 minutes per side. Set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add reserved tomato juice, scrape the bottom, then add butter and garlic. Cook for 1 minute.
  6. Stir in flour for 2 minutes, gradually add sauce mixture, bring to a boil, then simmer.
  7. Add drained tomatoes and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Lower heat and stir in cheese and lime juice.
  8. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over top, and simmer for 5 minutes. Garnish with lime wedges and cilantro.

Notes

Substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a different texture.

Adjust spice level by adding more hot sauce or cayenne pepper if desired.

If using a dairy-free alternative, you may need to adjust the thickness of the sauce.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 481 kcal

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