Description
Cajun Chicken & Gravy is a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Southern cuisine, delivering tender chicken enveloped in a rich, spicy gravy. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or social gatherings, offering a bold flavor profile that can be enjoyed over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta. With its easy preparation and versatile serving options, this comforting meal is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
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- 3 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- ½ Yellow Onion (sliced)
- 2 Bell Peppers (sliced)
- 1 Celery Stalk (diced)
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 teaspoons Olive Oil
- 2 teaspoons Onion Powder
- 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
- ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon Powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with onion powder, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, and paprika.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil and sear chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Remove from skillet.
- Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onions, peppers, and celery until softened. Stir in flour to create a roux and cook for a few minutes. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and bouillon powder until smooth.
- Combine: Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet with gravy. Simmer until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg