Cajun Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
201 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Cajun Chicken
Description
The Cajun Chicken highlights a simple seasoning approach with a homemade or store-bought Cajun spice blend that includes paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Applying the seasoning liberally on both sides of thinly butterflied chicken breasts builds a vibrant, spicy crust. Pan-frying the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat cooks it quickly and evenly, ensuring the interior reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit for safe and juicy results. The method preserves the chicken’s tenderness while imparting a smoky spiced flavor throughout.
The finished chicken can be chopped or sliced to suit various serving styles, making it a practical choice for quick meals. It can be eaten as a main dish paired with sides or used as a protein addition in tacos, wraps, or salads. The seasoning can be adjusted to taste, offering flexibility in heat level and flavor intensity.
To prepare chicken cutlets from whole breasts, butterfly the chicken breasts fully in half to create an even thickness that cooks uniformly. The homemade Cajun seasoning can be stored airtight for future use. This recipe provides a reliable way to add a spicy Southern-influenced flavor to plain chicken breast.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast see note 1, cutlets
- 2 - 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning homemade or store-bought (see note 2)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Arrange chicken breast cutlets on a baking sheet or work surface and sprinkle both sides generously with Cajun seasoning.
- In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken to the skillet in a single layer and cook, flipping once, until the temperature on an internal thermometer reaches 165 degrees, about 5 minutes on each side.
- Remove to a cutting board and slice or chop as desired.
Notes
- To make cutlets from chicken breasts, butterfly them completely in half to ensure even cooking.
- Homemade Cajun seasoning combines paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, cayenne, thyme, and onion powder; store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning according to preferred spice level.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cutlet | |
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 134mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 499mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1758IU | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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