Easy Cajun Chicken Recipe for a Perfect Dinner Meal

Cajun chicken is a delicious and simple recipe that can spice up your dinner table in no time. With its perfect blend of spices and tender chicken, it's no wonder many people love this dish. In this article, we will walk you through an easy and quick recipe for Cajun chicken that you can make at home.

Ingredients

To make Cajun chicken, you will need:
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons of your favorite Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side or until browned.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
5. In the same skillet, add butter, diced onions, bell peppers and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender and fragrant for about 5 minutes.
6. Return the chicken to the skillet and use a spoon to pour the vegetable mixture over the chicken.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked all the way through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
8. Serve hot topped with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Nutrition Information

This recipe makes 4 servings of Cajun chicken. Each serving contains approximately 300 calories, 33 grams of protein, 8 grams of carbohydrates, and 14 grams of fat.

Variations

There are various ways to make Cajun chicken, including:
- Grilling the chicken instead of baking it
- Serving the chicken over rice or with a side of vegetables
- Adding other spices like cumin, coriander, or chili powder for extra flavor
- Using bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks instead of chicken breasts