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Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken

Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken: Your New Comfort Food Favorite

Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken is a soul-warming dish, combining tender chicken with a creamy sauce, perfect for comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts The heart of this dish, perfect for shredding after slow cooking.
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Blend Essential for that signature kick; adjust to your spice preference!
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Provides a rich, velvety sauce that enhances the creamy texture.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Make sure it's full-fat for best results.
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Slurry Thickens the sauce beautifully.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Long Grain White Rice Rinse before cooking to keep it non-sticky.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Green Parsley Brightens up the dish with color and freshness.
  • 1 tsp Coarse Black Pepper Feel free to use white pepper if desired.
  • 1 tsp Red Paprika Flakes Adds mild heat and a pop of color.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts into your slow cooker. Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning blend over the chicken, then pour in the chicken broth. Secure the lid and set the slow cooker to LOW for 4 hours, or HIGH for 2-3 hours until cooked.
  2. Once the chicken has cooked, remove the lid and place cubed unsalted butter on top of the chicken. Continue cooking for an additional 20 minutes on LOW or 10 minutes on HIGH.
  3. Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker once the butter has melted. Stir gently to coat the chicken in the sauce.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch slurry and cold water until smooth. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker with the heavy cream. Stir until well combined and increase heat to HIGH for 15-20 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  5. Rinse the long grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions for around 15-20 minutes until fluffy.
  6. Serve the Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken over the rice, garnished with fresh parsley, a sprinkle of black pepper, and red paprika flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Quality Matters: Use fresh chicken for the best flavor. Adjust Cajun seasoning to your taste. Rinse rice for fluffiness.

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