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Delish Creamy Cajun Chicken

Delish Creamy Cajun Chicken

Juicy Cajun-seasoned chicken simmered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce with Parmesan and sun-dried tomatoes. Weeknight easy, restaurant delish.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning divided, adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.75 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced drained if oil-packed
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for extra heat
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter and garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 0.5 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits. Simmer 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  • Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, remaining 0.5 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer, stirring, until slightly thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Return chicken and any juices to the skillet, turning to coat. Simmer 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot with rice, pasta, or crusty bread, spooning extra sauce over the top.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness. For a lighter sauce, swap half the cream with half-and-half and simmer a bit longer to thicken. Leftovers keep refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat gently over low heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg