Name: Cajun Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 ½ cups chicken broth; ¾ cups heavy cream (or half and half); 3 tablespoons flour; 3 cloves garlic (minced); 10 oz. Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies; ¾ cup cheddar jack cheese (shredded); Cajun seasoning; Olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 teaspoons hot sauce; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons lime juice; Fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)

Cajun Chicken

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Cajun Chicken is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the essence of Southern cuisine right to your dining table. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with zesty Cajun spices and cooked in a creamy sauce that adds a delightful kick to every bite. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, ensuring that everyone at your table will be impressed. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that’s both comforting and full of flavor.

Author: Kristin
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Southern

Ingredients

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2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 ½ cups chicken broth
¾ cups heavy cream (or half and half)
3 tablespoons flour
3 cloves garlic (minced)
10 oz. Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
¾ cup cheddar jack cheese (shredded)
Cajun seasoning
Olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons lime juice
Fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)

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Instructions

Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add flour to create a roux, then gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream.
Stir in honey, hot sauce, brown sugar, mustard powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, and remaining Cajun seasoning. Simmer until thickened.
Add diced tomatoes and shredded cheese to the sauce, stir until melted. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and let it soak up flavors for an additional 5 minutes.
Drizzle lime juice over the dish before serving and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (210g)
Calories: 485
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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