Description
This Easy Creamy Cajun Chicken recipe is a flavorful and creamy dish that is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner. The Cajun seasoning adds a spicy kick while the creamy sauce balances it out for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4–5 Boneless Chicken Thighs
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Oil
- 2.5 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Flour
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Chicken Stock
- ½ cup Heavy Cream
- ⅓ cup Freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook the chicken: In a skillet, heat butter and oil, then cook the chicken until browned on both sides.
- Make the sauce: Add garlic, flour, chicken stock, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese to the skillet. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Serve the creamy Cajun chicken with your choice of sides and enjoy!
Notes
- You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg