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Creamy Cajun Chicken

This one skillet chicken recipe is seasoned with Cajun seasonings and cooked in a rich, creamy sauce.
Course Chicken
Cuisine American
Keyword creamy Cajun chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 517kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 thin sliced chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning divided
  • 3 tablespoons butter divided
  • ½ yellow onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese

Instructions

  • Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning over the chicken breasts and rub to coat the chicken in the seasoning.
  • Heat a large, heavy bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet.
  • When the butter has melted add the chicken breasts and cook 5 minutes per side or until cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the remaining butter to the skillet and melt.
  • Add the onion and pepper to the skillet and sprinkle with the remaining Cajun seasoning. Stir to coat.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Add the heavy cream and cream cheese to the pan and stir well to melt the cream cheese. Let the sauce cook for 5 minutes to thicken over low heat.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
  • Serve immediately.

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Notes

Some Cajun seasonings are quite salty and others are not. Taste your seasoning blend and adjust accordingly. We use and love Tony's seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 199mg | Sodium: 737mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Net Carbs: 5g