Description
Cajun Chicken & Gravy is a delightful dish that captures the essence of Southern cuisine with its bold flavors and comforting textures. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken drenched in a spicy, savory gravy, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The unique blend of Cajun seasonings delivers an exciting kick that will satisfy those who love vibrant tastes. Serve it over fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or even tucked into soft tortillas for a fun twist. Whether you’re looking for a weeknight meal or something to impress your guests, this Cajun Chicken & Gravy will surely become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Cajun seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Drizzle olive oil on chicken breasts and rub in seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet; sear chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- Sauté onions, bell peppers, and celery in butter until soft.
- Add flour to form a roux; cook briefly before whisking in chicken broth until smooth.
- Shred chicken and return to skillet; simmer until gravy thickens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg