Description
A rich and flavorful chicken dish smothered in a creamy Cajun sauce, perfect for quick dinners or entertaining.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Optional: 1 cup sliced mushrooms or spinach
Instructions
- Start by seasoning your chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, ensuring to coat both sides evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the seasoned chicken breasts.
- Add the sliced bell peppers and chopped onions to the same skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and deglaze the skillet, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet, stir in the heavy cream, and let everything simmer.
- Stir in mushrooms or spinach during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Feel free to use Greek yogurt instead of cream for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg