Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken Recipe
This Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken is a delicious and easy dish that infuses bold Cajun flavors into succulent chicken. Cooking it in a crockpot allows the flavors to meld beautifully while keeping the chicken moist and tender.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker (crockpot)
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds total.
- ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Place the seasoned chicken into the crockpot.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour the sautéed onion and garlic mixture over the chicken in the crockpot. Add the smoked paprika, dried oregano, and chicken broth.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours. The chicken should become tender and easy to shred.
- After 6 hours, shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks. Stir in the heavy cream and let it cook for an additional 15-20 minutes on low.
- Serve the Cajun butter chicken over rice or pasta and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a spicier kick, you can add cayenne pepper or sliced jalapeños to the mix.
Serve this dish with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days, and you can also freeze the dish for later enjoyment.