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An extreme close-up shot of creamy Cajun chicken, showing the texture of the sauce and the seasoning on the perfectly cooked chicken.

High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken (Easy Weeknight Recipe!)

An incredibly delicious, easy, and High Protein Creamy Cajun Chicken recipe that's ready in 35 minutes. This macro-friendly meal is packed with bold, spicy flavor and a luscious, healthy cream sauce perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 2-3 large breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 tbsp Cajun seasoning use store-bought or homemade
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat or 2% recommended for creaminess
  • 2 cups fresh spinach packed

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Cutting Board

Instructions
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season generously on all sides with the Cajun seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the seasoned chicken in the hot skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30-60 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, using a whisk or wooden spoon to scrape up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cubed cream cheese and whisk constantly until it has completely melted into the sauce. Turn off the heat.
  6. Slowly whisk in the plain Greek yogurt until the sauce is smooth and creamy. It's important to do this off the heat to prevent the yogurt from curdling.
  7. Return the skillet to low heat. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts. Slice the cooked chicken and add it back to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the chicken in the sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicier dish, add an extra 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the Cajun seasoning.
Ensure the Greek yogurt and cream cheese are at room temperature for a smoother, better-incorporated sauce.
Serve over pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.
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