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Cajun Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Sauce


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A creamy and flavorful Cajun chicken dish with a rich garlic Parmesan sauce, perfect for any dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping the bottom of the pot to combine the flavors.
  6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened.
  7. Return the chicken to the pot, coating it in the sauce.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Adjust Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference. You can also add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers to the sauce for extra nutrition.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 50g
  • Saturated Fat: 30g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg