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Quick Creamy Cajun Chicken Skillet

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Make this simple, bold Cajun chicken in a creamy skillet sauce. This recipe is perfect for a fast weeknight dinner and offers Southern flavor with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (use your easy cajun seasoning blend)
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces evenly with the Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let the broth simmer and reduce slightly for 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Do not let the sauce boil once the cream is added.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken completely in the creamy Cajun sauce.
  8. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve this spicy chicken recipe over rice or pasta for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, serve this creamy Cajun chicken skillet over cauliflower rice or steamed broccoli instead of traditional pasta or white rice.
  • If you are considering meal planning for the week, this dish reheats well.
  • Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your preference for bold flavored chicken.

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