Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken is a tantalizing dish that marries rich flavors with a smooth, velvety texture. Tender boneless chicken breasts are seared to perfection and then simmered in a luscious sauce made from heavy cream and zesty Cajun seasoning. This recipe captures the essence of Cajun cuisine, delivering a meal that’s both comforting and indulgent. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this creamy chicken dish can be served over fluffy rice or pasta, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Easy to prepare yet impressive, Creamy Cajun Chicken will quickly become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken breasts and season both sides with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the seasoned chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and simmer for about five minutes until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it thoroughly in the creamy sauce. Simmer for an additional few minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve warm with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg