Creamy Cajun Chicken

20m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. 2Coat the chicken with cornstarch.
  3. 3Pan-fry the chicken until golden brown or cooked through and set aside.
  4. 4Melt some butter.
  5. 5Stir in the onion and garlic and saute until translucent.
  6. 6Add in Cajun seasoning, chili flakes, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  7. 7Saute until fragrant.
  8. 8Add in chicken broth and heavy cream and stir until the sauce thickens.
  9. 9Add in Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of lemon, and mix well.
  10. 10Add back your chicken and baste with the sauce.
  11. 11Serve with hot steamed rice, garnish with chives, and enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 3 pieces chicken
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
  • 1 squeeze lemon
  • 1 bowl steamed rice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives

Equipment

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