This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.
Tender and incredibly juicy Cajun Butter Chicken Breasts are easy to cook and deliciously succulent!
Our readers love quick and simple chicken recipes ready in an instant without marinating. The flavour lies in the best chicken seasoning! Just like our Creamy Garlic Chicken, or this Quick And Easy Herb Chicken, you’re going to love this recipe. And if that’s not enough, make a full flavoured magic sauce with pan juices in less than 5 minutes to drizzle all over your chicken!
Chicken Breast
Juicy boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked right on the stove is a dream come true! Forget dry breasts with this whopper of a recipe inspired by our Cajun Butter Steak Bites.
The best part is you don’t need much to make them, especially if you have Cajun seasoning on hand (just make sure you’re using a LOW SODIUM brand). If not? We’ve included the perfect quantity of Cajun you need for these chicken breasts.
Enjoy with a delicious side like buttery mashed cauliflower, creamy mashed potatoes, crispy roasted potatoes, or an easy tomato salad. You will LOVE this twist for chicken!
HOW TO COOK CHICKEN BREASTS
A super quick recipe that packs a punch!
- You’re going to mix up your own simple Cajun seasoning. I find doing it yourself ensures the best flavour.
- Drizzle with oil to really rub the flavours into each fillet.
- Heat butter and oil in a pan: butter provides incredible flavour while oil allows you to sear at higher temperatures, allowing you to get a perfect sear without burning your pan or your grease.
- Sear your fillets in batches of two to avoid overcrowding your pan.
- Cook chicken breasts — untouched — on each side to give them time to get a crispy golden outer crust while sealing in juices.
- Once they’re cooked, let them rest for 5 minutes and proceed to use those leftover bits in the skillet to make the best pan juices!
TIPS
If using extra large or thick chicken breasts like I have pictured, slice 2 breasts in half lengthwise (horizontally) to create 4 fillets. This saves you from pounding them into an even thickness before cooking.
HOW TO STORE COOKED CHICKEN BREASTS
Let chicken cool down completely before storing in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days, or use LEFTOVERS in a Chicken Cucumber Avocado Salad the next day.
CAN YOU FREEZE COOKED CHICKEN BREASTS?
Wrap with 2 layers of plastic wrap, then wrap with aluminium foil to create a secure seal. Freeze in a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
MORE EASY CHICKEN BREAST RECIPES:
Caprese Stuffed Balsamic Chicken
Creamy Parmesan Carbonara Chicken
Easy Mozzarella Chicken
You might also like
Get a free eBook!
Subscribe to Cafe Delites FOR FREE and receive recipes straight into your inbox!
Cajun Butter Chicken Breast Recipe
Ingredients
For Cajun Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar keto: use brown sugar substitute
- 1 1/2 teaspoons mild paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder add more if you like heat
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper to taste
For Chicken:
- 2 large chicken breasts sliced horizontally in half to make 4 steaks
- 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil divided
- 1/4 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1/2 cup low sodium chicken stock broth
Instructions
- 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.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I make this with pounded out boneless chicken thighs and add it to fettuccini alfredo. There are almost never any leftovers 🙂
Was dubious, but husband loved it as did I! Will certainly do again. I followed recipe exactly, except added 1/4c white wine & cornstarch slurry (1/2 tsp plus water) to juices to make pan sauce. Served over rice pilaf. Husband was impressed as soon as he saw it.
Wonderful meal!! My husband and teenage boys thought it was fabulous. Your recipes are among my top Google searches.
6/25/2021 – Spicy and Juicy….wonderful recipe for chicken. Hubby raved over it and gave it 2 thumbs up and 5+ stars. Very easy recipe to follow and to make. This recipe is now on my rotation list.
7/10/2021 – Tonight I used this recipe to make “cajun butter pork bites”. I swapped out the chicken for a 1-1/2 lb pork tenderloin. OH MY!!!! The cajun seasoning is great for pork also.
This recipe was delicious!! My fiancé and 5 year old loved it. I disnt measure the ingredients but it came out amazing! I am making it again tonight for dinner. Thank you…thank you…thank you!!
My kids request Cajun Chicken! So nice to have them ask for it. NOw it is one of my Go-to’s. I will make the cajun seasoning first next time and add to more. I find I need more since I am cooking for 2 teenage boys and I buy the big family pack of chicken. And I will make it a little more spicy since that it what they like.
I’m so thankful to my daughter for finding this recipe. Amazingly awesome is not even enough to describe it. I was brought up making plain meat and potato type meals and yes while good, I needed to expand my cooking horizons. Being home more during the pandemic, I’ve been doing just that. This will be added to our other recipes we make often. Thank you!
Hi,
I have cajun seaning powder that i brought from stores can you tell me how much i should use per lb
Thanks,
Nisha
I learn by watching your videos and every single one of your recipes came out delicious!! The only problem with this recipe, is that there is NO VIDEO 🙁
Can you please make one for this specific recipe please? 🙂
Wow! Really delicious chicken! And healthy for diabetics. Thank you so much!!