Cajun Butter Chicken Breast Recipe
This Cajun Butter Chicken Breast contains 5g protein and 277 calories per serving — a calorie-dense option best paired with higher-protein mains. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop as a side or sauce component. Use it to boost flavor without committing your daily protein allocation.
Ingredients
- •Brown sugar(10g)
- •Paprika, Ground(8g)
- •Oregano, Dried(5g)
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Onion powder(3g)
- •Chili powder(3g)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(3g)
- •1/4 teaspoon cracked pepper (to taste)
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Canola oil(23g)
- •Butter(60g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(120g)
Instructions
- 1Combine cajun seasoning ingredients and toss chicken in the seasoning. Drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon of oil and rub seasoning all over to evenly coat.
- 2Heat remaining oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet or pan over medium-high heat until combined and hot.
- 3Sear 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.
- 4While 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.
- 5Take the pan off the heat. Drizzle sauce over the chicken.
- 6Serve warm.
Nutrition — Per Serving
277
calories
5g
protein
19g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 26g
- Saturated fat
- 8.3g
- Sodium
- 171 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.1g
4 servings per batch · ~120g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Cajun Butter Chicken Breast Recipe have per serving?
Each serving provides 5g of protein and 277 calories, which is low on protein relative to calories. This recipe is better suited as a side or complement to higher-protein mains rather than a standalone macro-tracked meal.
How long does Cajun Butter Chicken Breast Recipe take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop yields 4 servings, giving you flexibility to prepare this alongside higher-protein dishes for a complete meal setup.
Is Cajun Butter Chicken Breast Recipe good for fat loss?
At 277 calories per serving, this works as a lower-calorie option, but the 5g protein is insufficient for muscle retention during a cut. Pair it with a lean protein source for better macro tracking.
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