Creamy Cajun Chicken

20 mins
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 in a pan.
  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 give it a good mix.
  10. 10Add back your chicken and baste the chicken with the sauce.
  11. 11Serve with hot steamed rice, garnish with chopped 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 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 1 squeeze lemon
  • 1 serving steamed rice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives

Equipment

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