Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Cajun seasoning (adjust according to heat preference)
- 1 cup Butter (substitute with olive oil for a lighter version)
- 1 cup Heavy cream (use coconut milk for a healthier alternative)
- 1 Onion, chopped (sweet onion for great flavor)
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced (roasted garlic for a milder taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste (freshly ground is best)
- Cooked rice or pasta, for serving (choose your favorite type)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (enhances presentation)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Mix together the Cajun seasoning, butter, heavy cream, onion, and garlic in a bowl.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir it to combine with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over the cooked rice or pasta and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, consider marinating the chicken in Cajun seasoning and a bit of buttermilk for a few hours before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 380 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Dairy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 201mg
Keywords: Cajun, Slow Cooker, Chicken, Creamy, Butter Chicken, Easy Dinner