Description
Cajun Chicken is a vibrant dish that brings the heart of Louisiana to your dining table. This easy skillet meal combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy, spiced sauce that bursts with flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich sauce. With its savory taste and mild spice level, this dish appeals to both kids and adults, making it a family-favorite. Plus, leftovers reheat beautifully, ensuring you can enjoy this delicious meal throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cups heavy cream (can sub half and half)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar (I use light)
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 10 oz. Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (juice reserved)
- ¾ cup cheddar jack cheese (shredded)
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- Lime wedges
- Fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning and lightly dredge in flour.
- Sauté in olive oil and butter until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic, then create a roux with flour and gradually add chicken broth.
- Stir in cream, honey, hot sauce, spices, and simmer until thickened.
- Add diced tomatoes and return chicken to the skillet; top with cheese until melted.
- Drizzle lime juice before serving and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg