Creamy Cajun Chicken Skillet
This one-skillet Cajun chicken is bursting with flavor from a homemade spice blend and finished in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Served over buttery rice, it’s a quick and hearty dinner that feels indulgent but is easy enough for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts thinly sliced
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions; set aside.
- Season both sides of chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
- Remove and set aside.
- Wipe out excess oil from the pan. Add butter, melt, then stir in heavy cream.
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Notes
You can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream to lighten the sauce slightly.
Adjust Cajun seasoning depending on your spice preference.
Use shrimp instead of chicken for a delicious seafood twist.