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Creamy One-Pan Cajun Chicken with Rice

Close-up of a perfectly seared cajun chicken breast topped with creamy herb sauce, served over white rice in a bowl.
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Make this easy Cajun chicken dinner in one skillet for maximum flavor and minimal cleanup. This recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in bold Cajun seasoning and simmered in a rich cream sauce, served perfectly over fluffy rice.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning blend
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • Cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry. Mix the Cajun seasoning blend with salt and pepper. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping 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 bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the cream sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  8. Serve the creamy Cajun chicken immediately over a bed of cooked white rice. Spoon extra sauce over the chicken and rice.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to your Cajun seasoning blend.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, allow the cream to simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the chicken back.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed broccoli or a simple green salad for a complete weeknight dinner.

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