Description
This Creamy Cajun Chicken is a bold, one-skillet dinner packed with zesty spice, cheesy richness, and juicy seared chicken. It’s quick, comforting, and perfect over rice for a no-fuss, flavor-packed meal your family will love!
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
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1 ½ cups chicken broth
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¾ cup heavy cream (or half and half)
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1 tablespoon honey
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2 teaspoons hot sauce
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2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon light brown sugar
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½ teaspoon mustard powder
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½ teaspoon oregano
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Pinch of cayenne pepper
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Pinch of red pepper flakes
For the Chicken:
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2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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3 tablespoons flour
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1–2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
Other:
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3 tablespoons butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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3 tablespoons flour
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10 oz. Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (juice reserved)
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¾ cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
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2 teaspoons lime juice
For Serving:
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Lime wedges
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Fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
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Cooked white rice, beans, or salad (optional)
Instructions
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Prep Ingredients:
Drain diced tomatoes, reserving the juice (about ¼ cup). Mix all sauce ingredients in a large measuring cup and set aside. -
Prepare the Chicken:
Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Cover with plastic wrap and pound to ½ inch thick. Season with Cajun seasoning and lightly coat with flour. -
Cook the Chicken:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Set aside. -
Make the Sauce:
Pour reserved tomato juice into the pan to deglaze, scraping up browned bits. Add butter and garlic, cook 1 minute. Stir in flour and cook 2 more minutes. Gradually pour in sauce mixture while stirring. -
Simmer and Thicken:
Bring sauce to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Stir in drained tomatoes and cook for 5–7 minutes. Lower heat, add cheese gradually until melted, then stir in lime juice. -
Finish the Dish:
Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce on top, and simmer uncovered for 4 minutes. Add lime wedges, cook another minute, then top with cilantro. -
Serve:
Plate with rice, beans, or salad and enjoy!
Notes
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For extra spice, double the cayenne or add sliced jalapeños.
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Heavy cream creates a richer sauce, but half and half works great for a lighter option.
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Make it low-carb by skipping rice and serving over cauliflower rice or sautéed veggies.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg