Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Cajun Chicken, an easy-to-make dish that brings the essence of Louisiana cuisine straight to your table. This recipe features juicy chicken breasts cooked in a rich cream sauce flavored with a unique blend of Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this one-pan meal is both satisfying and impressive. With its creamy texture and zesty kick, it’s a guaranteed hit that will leave your family and friends craving more. Serve it alongside rice, quinoa, or fresh vegetables for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cups heavy cream (or half and half)
- 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Cajun seasoning
- Olive oil
- 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
- 3 tablespoons flour
- Lime juice
- Lime wedges
- Fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and dredge in flour.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and sauté garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth, then stir in heavy cream, honey, hot sauce, brown sugar, mustard powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with diced tomatoes; top with cheese and cover until melted.
- Drizzle lime juice over the dish before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 140mg