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Cajun Chicken

Cajun Chicken
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Cajun Chicken is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that elevates your weeknight dinners with its creamy sauce and bold spices. Perfectly seasoned with Cajun spices, this easy skillet recipe comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for both busy evenings and special gatherings. Serve it over fluffy rice to soak up the delicious sauce, or get creative by turning it into tacos or pasta. With its customizable heat level, you can adjust the spice to suit your taste preferences, ensuring everyone at the table will enjoy this delightful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 10 oz. 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
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • ¾ cup cheddar jack cheese (shredded)
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • Lime wedges
  • Fresh cilantro (roughly chopped)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth. Add honey, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, and other spices; simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in diced tomatoes and return chicken to skillet; cover with sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle cheese over chicken; cover until melted.
  7. Drizzle lime juice before serving. Enjoy!

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