Chicken Cajun
Elevate dinnertime with this irresistibly bold and creamy Chicken Cajun recipe! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then nestled into a rich, velvety sauce made with garlic, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of heavy cream. Infused with the smoky, spicy flavors of Cajun seasoning and a dash of paprika, this dish delivers just the right amount of heat and flavor in every bite. Ready in only 30 minutes, this easy, one-skillet meal is ideal for busy weeknights or a special weekend treat. Garnished with fresh parsley and endlessly versatile, it pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite steamed vegetables. Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this quick and flavorful Cajun delight! Keywords: Chicken Cajun, creamy Cajun recipe, weeknight dinner, one-skillet meal, quick chicken recipe, Cajun seasoning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides of each breast evenly with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
To the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and paprika. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Let the chicken heat through for an additional 3 minutes.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Optionally, serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.8 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 57.2 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 552 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
