Ingredients for Pepper Glazed Cajun Chicken
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Vegetable Oil
- Green Onion
- Hot Pepper Jelly
- Chicken Broth
- White Vinegar
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How to Make Pepper Glazed Cajun Chicken
- Pat 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Sprinkle generously with 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken breasts to the skillet.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Stir in 1/2 cup pepper jelly, 1/4 cup chicken broth, and 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the jelly melts and the sauce slightly thickens.
- Return chicken to the skillet.
- Spoon the glaze over the chicken.
- Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender, turning occasionally.
- Remove chicken to a serving platter.
- Increase heat to medium-high and cook the remaining glaze for 1-2 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Spoon the thickened glaze over the chicken before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
64g
Fat
5g
Carbs
7g
