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Cajun Butter Chicken

This Creamy Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken is a simple, flavorful dish combining Cajun spices with tender chicken, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked white rice or crusty bread for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add the Cajun seasoning and chicken broth to the saucepan, stirring to combine.
  4. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is tender.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the sauce.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve the Cajun butter chicken over white rice or with warm crusty bread.

Notes

For a beautiful presentation, serve the Cajun butter chicken over fluffy white rice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or sliced green onions. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days, or freeze for longer-term storage.