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Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken

Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken: Comfort Food Bliss Awaits

Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken is a delightful comfort food that combines tender chicken with a rich, buttery Cajun sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts substitute with thighs for richer flavor
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Blend opt for a mild version if preferred
  • 1 stick Unsalted Butter using salted butter can affect saltiness
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth choose homemade or low-sodium for better control
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream use full-fat to avoid curdling
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (mixed with cold water) thickening agent for the sauce
For Serving
  • 2 cups Long Grain White Rice rinse before cooking for best results
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Green Parsley substitute with cilantro if desired
  • to taste Coarse Black Pepper adjust to personal preference
  • to taste Red Paprika Flakes add more or less according to heat tolerance

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing the boneless skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker. Generously sprinkle Cajun seasoning over the chicken to ensure it's well-coated.
  2. Next, pour chicken broth over the seasoned chicken. Then, cut unsalted butter into cubes and scatter them on top.
  3. Cover your slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender.
  4. Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it gently with the sauce.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch with cold water, stir in heavy cream, and pour into the slow cooker.
  6. Switch the slow cooker to HIGH and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  7. Prepare the long-grain white rice according to package instructions.
  8. Serve the shredded Cajun butter chicken generously over the rice, garnished with parsley, black pepper, and paprika flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to rinse the rice before cooking and use full-fat cream for best results.

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