Description
A delicious recipe for Creamy Garlic Herb Cajun Chicken featuring tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy garlic sauce with Cajun spices.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme), for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any brown bits.
- Stir in heavy cream and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts and sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute with turkey or shrimp. Marinate the chicken for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun