Description
A hearty Southern comfort dish featuring Cajun-seasoned chicken simmered with tender vegetables in a rich, creamy homemade gravy. Perfect for a cozy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, plus more to taste
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 bell peppers, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Sauté onions and bell peppers for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add remaining butter and let melt. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Stir in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme.
- Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the gravy thickens. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon gravy over it, and simmer for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a juicier result.
Add cayenne pepper for extra heat if desired.
Sliced mushrooms can enhance the flavor of the gravy.
Half-and-half can replace heavy cream for a lighter option.
Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, biscuits, or grits.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
