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Creamy Cajun Chicken

Creamy Cajun Chicken is the perfect combination of bold, zesty flavors and rich, velvety sauce.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 427 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken, cut in half lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic, about 3 cloves
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • red pepper flakes for garnish
  • Salt to taste, if needed

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl mix 1 tablespoon of the Cajun seasoning and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Rub 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken, pieces with the spice mixture on both sides.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken to the pan and cook it for about 3 minutes on each side, until just seared but not fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Add ½ cup chopped onion and 3 teaspoons minced garlic, to the pan and cook until the onion is tender, about 2-3 minutes. Whisk 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour into the pan to create a paste.
  4. Slowly pour in 1 cup chicken broth, 1 cup heavy whipping cream, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, and the remaining tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Reduce the heat to medium-low.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 5-8 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Season to taste with salt if needed. Garnish with fresh parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, if desired, and serve!

Nutrition Information

Calories 427kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 41g (82%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 165mg (55%) Sodium 1285mg (54%) Potassium 779mg (22%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 2010IU (40%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 152mg (15%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 427

% Daily Value*

Calories 427kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 41g 82%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 165mg 55%
Sodium 1285mg 54%
Potassium 779mg 17%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 2010IU 40%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 152mg 15%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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