Saucy Cajun Chicken Breasts Recipes

CAJUN BUTTER CHICKEN BREAST RECIPE

Steps:

• Combine cajun seasoning ingredients and toss chicken in the seasoning. Drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon of oil and rub seasoning all over to evenly coat.
• Heat remaining oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet or pan over medium-high heat until combined and hot.
• Sear chicken in batches for 5-7 minutes each side until golden or internal temperature is 165°F / 75°C using a meat thermometer. Remove from pan; set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
• While chicken is resting, make the sauce. Reduce heat to medium. Melt remaining butter in the pan. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds), while scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Pour in the broth and let reduce for 2-3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
• Take the pan off the heat. Drizzle sauce over the chicken.
• Serve warm.

SOUS VIDE CAJUN BONELESS CHICKEN BREAST WITH CREAMY PAN SAUCE

Steps:

• Fill a large pot with water and place a sous vide cooker into the water. Set temperature to 140 degrees F (60 degrees C) according to manufacturer's directions.
• Pound chicken breasts with a meat mallet to an even 3/4- to 1-inch thickness. Season both sides with Cajun seasoning. Place chicken into vacuum bags and seal using a vacuum sealer.
• Lower bags into the water, making sure they are fully submerged, and set timer for 1 hour. When timer is up, remove chicken from water and immediately place into an ice bath for 5 minutes. Remove chicken from bag and pat completely dry with paper towels.
• Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and avocado oil in a large skillet over high heat until just smoking. Sear chicken for 30 to 45 seconds per side, moving the chicken around in the skillet to get all sides evenly browned. Remove to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
• Melt butter for sauce in the same skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, 15 to 30 seconds. Whisk in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly reduced down, 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk in heavy cream and black pepper and return to a light simmer. Cook, whisking continually, until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon at a time, until melted and combined. Taste sauce and adjust salt, if needed. Sprinkle in thyme and drizzle sauce over chicken.