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Cajun-Infused Pan-Seared Chicken in a Rich Velvety Cream Sauce
easy
Dinner
Southern Fusion
Cajun-Infused Pan-Seared Chicken in a Rich Velvety Cream Sauce
10m
Prep
15m
Cook
4
Servings
733
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Elevate your weeknight dinner with this elegant yet approachable dish featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a house-made aromatic spice blend and finished in a luxurious reduction. It delivers restaurant-quality sophistication with minimal effort, making it a perfect centerpiece for busy schedules.
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Ingredients
- ✓4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ✓2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- ✓1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ✓0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ✓0.5 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- ✓45 ml clarified butter or ghee
- ✓180 ml heavy whipping cream
- ✓1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- ✓30 ml minced shallots
Instructions
1
Pat the chicken dry and pound to a uniform thickness, then toss with the paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
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Tip:Uniform thickness ensures the chicken cooks at the same rate for a perfect texture.
2
Heat two tablespoons of the ghee in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-6 minutes per side.
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Tip:Don't rush the searing process; the dark spice crust is essential for deep flavor.
3
Remove chicken from the pan and set aside to rest. Add the remaining ghee and shallots to the skillet, sautéing until translucent.
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Tip:Use a wooden spoon to gently release the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
4
Lower the heat, pour in the heavy cream and thyme, and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the liquid reduces into a thick, glossy coating.
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Tip:The sauce should coat the back of a spoon when it reaches the ideal consistency.
5
Return the chicken to the pan to coat with the sauce, then serve immediately.
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Tip:This pairs beautifully with roasted asparagus or buttery mashed potatoes.
creamy chicken
pan-seared
weeknight dinner
cajun inspired
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