Description
A creamy, delectable Cajun chicken dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful delight, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or pepper jack)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chicken and set aside; sauté onion and garlic in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes.
- Add red bell pepper and continue to sauté for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat, stir in the heavy cream, and then add the shredded cheese until melted.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over it, and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve over rice or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg