This creamy cajun chicken is about to be on your dinner rotation. It is easy and quick to make and is ready in 30 minutes. The Chicken cutlets are seasoned with homemade seasoning and then pan-fried before being simmered in a creamy sauce. The combination of the cajun spice with the creamy sauce is so tantalizing you will be asking for more.
Serve over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a satisfying meal.
Creamy cajun chicken recipe
If you're looking for a truly delicious dinner that comes together in no time at all, then this homemade creamy cajun chicken recipe is the way to go.
This creamy cajun chicken made with cutlets is simply irresistible and will surely tantalize your taste bud and keep you full for longer. To make this recipe, you will need the best cajun seasoning you can find as it's obviously the star of this dish.
Not only does it flavor the chicken but it also turns that creamy sauce into something delicious and luscious. The creamy sauce is amazing on anything you drizzle or douse it on.
You can also customize this dish to taste, throw in some veggies like peas, sundried tomatoes, broccoli, asparagus, and mushrooms to make it even more flavorful. You can also add some chili peppers for extra heat if you like your food spicy. Let's get cooking!
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What you will need
You will need the following ingredients to make recreate this creamy cajun chicken in your kitchen
Chicken breast: I used boneless skinless chicken breast cut into cutlets for this recipe.
Cajun seasoning: homemade or storebought
Single cream: this is also known as half and half cream. I prefer to use single cream instead of double cream for this recipe to keep it healthier especially since the chicken cutlets are already coated in flour.
Unsalted butter: this is a better choice as you would control the amount of salt that goes into the overall dish.
Onion
Garlic cloves
All-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste
How to make creamy cajun chicken
Prep: cut the chicken breasts lengthwise into cutlets, finely chop the onions and garlic and set aside.
Season the chicken cutlets on both sides with salt, black pepper, and cajun seasoning reserving about 1 teaspoon for later.
In a separate bowl, add flour, and a pinch of cajun seasoning (from the reserved one) and mix to combine.
Working with one seasoned cutlet at a time, add it to the prepared flour and coat the chicken shaking off the excess flour. Repeat this for the rest of the chicken.
Heat a skillet over medium-high and add butter then allow to melt until hot. Carefully add the floured chicken to the hot butter and cook on each side for 3 minutes until golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Add chopped onions and garlic to the hot pan and saute for about 1-2 minutes making sure to stir continuously so it doesn't burn.
Carefully add chicken broth and stir to combine, deglazing the bottom of the pan simultaneously.
Pour cooking cream into the pan, add the rest of the cajun seasoning and stir to combine. reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute. Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly.
Return the chicken to the creamy sauce and continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes. Spoon the sauce over the chicken if desired. Take it off the heat and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or over pasta. enjoy!
How to store and reheat
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge
To reheat: place the creamy cajun chicken in a saucepan, add a splash of water, broth, or milk, and heat over medium heat stirring occasionally until heated through. Alternatively, Reheat in the microwave.
Can I substitute cream in this dish
Yes, you can substitute cream in this dish. You can use coconut milk, cream cheese, or sour cream. For vegan options, you can use cashew cream or coconut cream instead. Just make sure to adjust the seasoning accordingly.
Will this dish freeze well
Unfortunately, cream doe not freeze well, so this dish is not suitable for freezing. But it can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated when ready to eat.
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Creamy Cajun Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts about 650g
- 1⅓ tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1 cup single cream half and half cream
- 40 g unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup onion finely chopped
- 3 large garlic
- 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep: cut the chicken breasts lengthwise into cutlets and pat them dry with a kitchen paper towel, finely chop the onions and garlic and set aside.
- Season the chicken cutlets on both sides with salt, black pepper, and cajun seasoning reserving about 1 teaspoon for later.
- In a separate bowl, add flour, and a pinch of cajun seasoning (from the reserved one) and mix to combine.
- Working with one seasoned cutlet at a time, add it to the prepared flour and coat the chicken shaking off the excess flour. Repeat this for the rest of the chicken.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high and add butter then allow to melt until hot. Carefully add the floured chicken to the hot butter and cook on each side for 3 minutes until golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add chopped onions and garlic to the hot pan and saute for about 1-2 minutes making sure to stir continuously so it doesn't burn.
- Carefully add chicken broth and stir to combine, deglazing the bottom of the pan simultaneously.
- Pour cooking cream into the pan, add the rest of the cajun seasoning and stir to combine. reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute. Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly.
- Return the chicken to the creamy sauce and continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Spoon the sauce over the chicken if desired. Take it off the heat and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or over pasta. enjoy!
Nutrition
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Ron says
great meal fantastic Thank you so much for the recipe