Cajun Chicken

 Cajun Chicken



Ingredients :

For the Sauce:

1 ½ cups chicken broth

¾ cups heavy cream (or half and half)

1 tablespoon honey

2 teaspoons hot sauce

2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon brown sugar

½ teaspoon mustard powder

½ teaspoon oregano

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Pinch of red pepper flakes


For the Chicken:

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning

3 tablespoons flour

1-2 tablespoons olive oil


Other:

3 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons flour

10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, juice reserved

¾ cup cheddar jack cheese, shredded

2 teaspoons lime juice


For Serving:

Lime wedges

Fresh cilantro, roughly chopped


Directions :

Preheat Oven:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Drain and reserve the juice from the diced tomatoes.


Prepare the Sauce:

In a large measuring cup, combine the chicken broth, heavy cream, honey, hot sauce, Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, mustard powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.


Prepare the Chicken:

Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create two thinner slices. Pound to ½ inch thickness. Season with Cajun seasoning and lightly dust with flour.


Sear the Chicken:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Set aside.


Make the Sauce:

In the same skillet, add the reserved tomato juice and scrape the bottom with a spatula. Add butter and minced garlic, cooking for 1 minute. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes.


Finish the Sauce:

Gradually add the sauce mixture, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Add the drained tomatoes and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar jack cheese until melted. Add lime juice.


Simmer and Serve:

Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over the top, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add lime wedges and simmer for 1 more minute. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.


Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes

Kcal: 481 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings


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