Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 small onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Season chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning and paprika
Heat olive oil in a large skillet
Sear chicken skin-side down for 5-6 minutes until golden
Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook 3 minutes
Pour in heavy cream, salt, and pepper
Simmer gently for 10-12 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is tender
Stir in parsley and adjust seasoning
Alternatively serve with rice or bread
Notes
Adjust heat level by selecting mild or hot Cajun seasoning
Sauce can be made 3 days ahead and reheated
Swap bell pepper with zucchini or mushroom for a vegetarian option
Finish with a splash of lemon juice for extra brightness
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Cozy Chicken
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: American Southern
- Diet: Non-halal (contains cream but no forbidden meats)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with 1/4 cup sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg