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 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half); 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 3 tablespoons butter; 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 teaspoons hot sauce; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; ½ teaspoon mustard powder; ½ teaspoon oregano; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; Lime juice; Fresh cilantro (roughly chopped); Olive oil (or avocado oil); 3 tablespoons flour

Cajun Chicken

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Cajun Chicken is a delightful and flavorful dish that brings the bold, spicy essence of Southern cuisine to your dinner table. This recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy sauce infused with Cajun seasonings, garlic, and a touch of honey for balance. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this one-pan meal is quick to prepare and pairs beautifully with rice or your favorite vegetables. With its aromatic spices and rich textures, Cajun Chicken is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Author: Madison
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Southern

Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to create a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth. Add honey, hot sauce, brown sugar, mustard powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt if desired. Simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
Return the chicken to the skillet along with Rotel tomatoes (reserve juice) and sprinkle cheese on top. Cover until the cheese melts (about 3-5 minutes).
Drizzle lime juice before serving and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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