30-Minute Creamy Cajun Chicken
A robust, flavor-packed dish that combines lean chicken breast with a velvety, spice-forward sauce. This recipe uses high-heat searing to create a deep savory crust, finished with a reduction of chicken broth and heavy cream to mellow the heat. It is a restaurant-quality meal perfect for busy weeknights, delivering technical depth and balanced flavors without the use of alcohol or pork products.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop Searing
- Cuisine: American / Cajun
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
1.5 lbs (680g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 tbsp (15g) Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup (120ml) low-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup (80ml) heavy cream
2 tbsp (30ml) avocado oil
Instructions
Slice chicken breasts into half-inch thick strips for even cooking.
Pat chicken dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
Toss the chicken strips in the Cajun seasoning until evenly coated.
Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Sear the chicken strips for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
Pour the chicken broth into the hot skillet to deglaze, scraping up the browned bits (fond) with a wooden spoon.
Reduce the broth for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken to the pan.
Simmer for another 2 minutes until the sauce coats the chicken nicely before serving.
Notes
Ensure the Cajun seasoning blend is verified pork-free. Use a high-smoke point oil like avocado or grapeseed to prevent burning during the sear. If the sauce is too thin, simmer for an additional minute.
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