Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Poultry
01 -
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
→ Seasonings
02 -
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
03 -
Salt, to taste
04 -
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Fats
05 -
1 tablespoon olive oil
06 -
60 grams unsalted butter
→ Aromatics
07 -
2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Sweeteners
08 -
2 tablespoons honey
→ Dairy
09 -
120 millilitres heavy cream
→ Pasta
10 -
225 grams fettuccine or similar pasta
→ Liquids
11 -
Reserved pasta cooking water, as needed
# Instructions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving 120 millilitres of the pasta water.
02 -
Toss diced chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned chicken for 6 to 8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
04 -
Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter, then sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Pour in honey and allow it to simmer for 1 minute, stirring gently.
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Add heavy cream to the skillet, stirring constantly. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
07 -
Return the cooked chicken and any juices to the skillet, tossing to coat thoroughly in the sauce.
08 -
Add the drained pasta to the pan. Gently toss all components to combine, loosening with reserved pasta water as necessary for a cohesive sauce.
09 -
Plate immediately while hot, garnished with fresh herbs such as chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
# Notes:
01 -
For a richer sauce, gradually incorporate more reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is achieved.
02 -
Use authentic Cajun seasoning for the most robust flavour; intensity may vary by brand.