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Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken

Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken for Cozy Night In

Comforting Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken served over rice for a cozy dinner experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Thickening Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Opt for high-quality cuts for tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Blend Choose a mild blend if sensitive to spice.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Creates a rich and creamy base.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Or use vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Always stick to full-fat for the best results.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Mix with cold water to avoid clumping.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Long Grain White Rice Rinse before cooking for extra fluffiness.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Green Parsley Feel free to swap with other herbs you love.
  • to taste Coarse Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Paprika Flakes Optional for extra hint of heat.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

How to Make Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken
  1. Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Sprinkle your Cajun seasoning blend generously over the chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated. Add the chicken broth.
  2. Scatter the unsalted butter pieces over the chicken and cover the slow cooker, setting it to LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  3. Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with cold water, whisking until smooth. Stir this into the shredded chicken along with the heavy cream.
  5. Switch the slow cooker to HIGH and leave it uncovered for 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  6. Cook the long grain white rice according to the package instructions, fluffing with a fork once done.
  7. Spoon the creamy Cajun chicken over the fluffy rice and garnish with parsley, black pepper, and paprika flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with garlic parmesan roasted sweet potatoes for a delightful balance of flavors.

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