Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Chicken Breasts

Health score
34%
Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Chicken Breasts
26 min.
4
444kcal

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If you’re in the mood for a flavorful and satisfying meal, look no further than these Cajun-Seasoned Pan-Fried Chicken Breasts! Bursting with robust spices and a crispy exterior, this dish is perfect for any lunch or dinner gathering. With just a hint of heat from the Cajun seasoning, these chicken breasts are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

Ready in just 26 minutes, this recipe is not only quick to whip up but also easy enough for weeknight cooking. The combination of self-rising flour and cornmeal gives the chicken a deliciously crunchy texture that perfectly complements its juicy interior. Plus, the splash of lemon at the end brightens up the dish, adding a refreshing note that brings all the flavors together.

With 44% of your daily protein needs met, you won't just be savoring every bite—you’ll also be fueling your body right! This is a fantastic way to enjoy a classic comfort food with a Cajun twist, and it’s an excellent option for meal prepping or impressing guests at your next dinner party. So grab your skillet and get ready to enjoy a hearty yet healthy meal that will transport your taste buds straight to the South!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • 1.5 teaspoons cajun spice 
  • 32 oz skinned and boned chicken breasts 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings garnish: parsley sprig fresh
  • tablespoons self-rising flour 
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal plain yellow

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Sprinkle chicken with 1 tsp. seasoning.
  2. Combine remaining seasoning, flour, and cornmeal. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  3. Melt butter with oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken, and cook 8 to 10 minutes on each side or until done. Squeeze juice from lemon over chicken, and garnish, if desired.
  4. Serve immediately.
  5. *Creole seasoning may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories444kcal
Protein47.03%
Fat35.48%
Carbs17.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.13
Glycemic Load
11.17
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
27.538695449414%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
8.62mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.59mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:444.35kcal
22.22%
Fat:17.1g
26.3%
Saturated Fat:4.29g
26.83%
Carbohydrates:18.96g
6.32%
Net Carbohydrates:16.57g
6.03%
Sugar:0.44g
0.49%
Cholesterol:152.67mg
50.89%
Sodium:289.38mg
12.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:50.99g
101.98%
Vitamin B3:24.33mg
121.64%
Selenium:75.94µg
108.48%
Vitamin B6:1.84mg
91.88%
Vitamin K:71.17µg
67.78%
Phosphorus:531.6mg
53.16%
Vitamin B5:3.41mg
34.12%
Potassium:948.56mg
27.1%
Magnesium:84.95mg
21.24%
Vitamin A:861.97IU
17.24%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.46%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.34%
Zinc:2.05mg
13.7%
Vitamin E:1.86mg
12.42%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.07%
Iron:1.93mg
10.71%
Vitamin C:8.05mg
9.76%
Fiber:2.39g
9.55%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.66%
Copper:0.13mg
6.51%
Folate:24.11µg
6.03%
Calcium:21.47mg
2.15%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:My Recipes