Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce for Cozy Nights

Experience the comforting Cajun Butter Chicken with Creamy Sauce, a delightful dish perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 7

Total Time 7 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: Cajun

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Choose these cuts for tenderness and juicy flavor.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Cajun Spice Blend Modify the amount based on your preferred spice level.
4 tablespoons Butter Feel free to use olive oil as a lighter alternative.
1 cup Heavy Cream For a dairy-free option, consider using coconut cream.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic enhances flavor.
1 medium Onion Fresh chopped onion adds sweetness.
1 cup Chicken Broth Swap for vegetable broth to lighten things up.
to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for rounding out the taste.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin by cutting your boneless chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized chunks. Season the chicken generously with Cajun spice blend.
In a slow cooker, add the seasoned chicken along with knobs of butter, minced garlic, chopped onions, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-7 hours or high for 4 hours. The chicken is done when it’s fork-tender.
Once cooked, give the mixture a good stir to meld all the flavors together. Serve over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an even richer flavor, consider assembling all ingredients the night before and letting them sit in the fridge.

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