Cheesy Cajun Garlic Chicken: Easy Comfort Food Delight at Home
Indulge in this creamy, flavorful dish that perfectly blends Cajun spices with cheesy goodness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the chicken. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating in the sauce, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in Cajun seasoning for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 32 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 3 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
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