Creamy Cajun Chicken (25 minute dinner recipe)
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Creamy Cajun chicken is an easy, delicious dinner recipe made with tender, Cajun-spiced chicken breast and a rich cream sauce.
This creamy Cajun chicken recipe is inspired by my popular chicken lazone, another creamy chicken dish. This spicy version comes together in just 25 minutes. It’s simple, comforting, and always a hit at the dinner table.
I coat chicken breasts in Cajun seasoning, pan-fry them until golden, then sauté a little garlic in the same pan before adding cream. As the sauce simmers, it thickens into something rich and irresistible. Fair warning: you may find yourself sneaking spoonfuls straight from the pan.
Another creamy, spicy dinner you may also enjoy is my creamy Cajun salmon.
What to serve with creamy Cajun chicken
- Add some penne, spaghetti, or whatever shape you love to turn this into creamy cajun chicken pasta. There is plenty of sauce to pour over the pasta!
- The sauce is also tasty spooned over basmati rice or cauliflower rice.
- With steamed or roasted broccoli.
- On a big bed of spinach for a light lunch.
- Or slice some crusty sourdough to dip in the sauce. Yum!
Store and reheat leftovers
Cooked chicken will keep for 3-4 days in your fridge. Reheat it gently to prevent the chicken from becoming dry. You can add a splash of water or milk to the pan to loosen the sauce if it gets too thick.
Creamy Cajun Chicken (25 minute dinner recipe)
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise – see notes)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon EACH: salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 ¾ cup heavy cream
- Minced parsley (to serve)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise so you have four thin pieces.2 large chicken breasts
- Mix the cornstarch, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper in a wide bowl. Coat the chicken pieces in the spices then set any leftover spices aside.1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, ½ teaspoon EACH: salt and pepper
- Heat the butter and oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until it is golden, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan.2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- Add the garlic to the pan and let it cook for 1 minute. Add any remaining spices to the pan and stir. Pour in the cream and scrape the bottom of the pan with a spatula or wooden spoon to remove any bits that are stuck on. Add the chicken back into the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened. Serve with a little parsley over top for color.3 cloves garlic, 1 ¾ cup heavy cream, Minced parsley
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Delicious! So easy, especially when you make the Cajun Seasoning in advance. I used Basil instead of Oregano, for a milder flavor.
Thanks, Caroline!
was looking for something different to do with chicken and oh, this was amazing! I will definitely be making this again!!
This was such a treat! I served it over rice with some broccoli and everyone at the table loved it.
Delicious, made as is. But I don’t use pre-mixed seasonings, so would appreciate a side-recipe for Cajun seasoning mix, or any other mix in other recipes.
We make our own! Here’s the recipe: https://www.theendlessmeal.com/cajun-seasoning/