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Cajun Chicken

Cajun Chicken

Juicy Cajun chicken breasts seasoned to perfection and pan-seared.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 254 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • meat mallet
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breast about 2 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon sliced green onions

Instructions
 

  • Thoroughly dry each chicken breast with a paper towel. Place one piece between two plastic sheets or inside a large plastic bag and pound to an even thickness with a meat mallet, about ¾" thick. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
  • In a small bowl, combine the salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, oregano, thyme, and cayenne.
  • Evenly sprinkle both sides with the cajun seasoning.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, and once hot and shimmering, add the chicken breasts presentation side down. Cook for 3 minutes, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip the pieces and add the butter. Occasionally baste once melted. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 160 to 165ºF (71 to 74ºC) on a meat thermometer, about 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Transfer to a clean plate or cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with green onions.

Notes

Milder Flavor: Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper. Storing: Place inside an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freezing: Individually wrap the cooked and cooled chicken breasts. Store in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container for up to 4 months. Defrost in the refrigerator before reheating. Reheating: Cover and microwave on high setting in 15 to 30-second increments until hot. Make it Dairy-Free: Use margarine instead of butter, or omit it. Make it Paleo and Whole30: Omit the butter. For Whole30, use ghee or clarified butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 254kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 24gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 1295mgPotassium: 449mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 395IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cajun Chicken, chicken, dinner, herbs, pan-seared, spices
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