Pan Seared Cajun Butter Chicken Thighs
Moist, juicy & tender Pan Seared Cajun Butter Chicken Thighs. They’re flavorful, rich, and cooked in a spicy Cajun rub and topped with velvety butter sauce.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Cajun Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning blend
- 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
For the Chicken
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
- chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a shallow plate or shallow bowl combine Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper; mix to combine.
- Rub seasoning all around the chicken thighs.
- Set a large skillet over medium heat; add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to heat up.
- Add seasoned chicken thighs to the hot oil, smooth side down.
- Cook chicken for 6 minutes.
- Flip over and continue to cook for 6 to 7 more minutes or until cooked through and no longer pink. Check for doneness with instant read thermometer; chicken is done when internal temperature registers at 165˚F.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Return skillet to stove and set over medium heat.
- Add remaining butter to the skillet and let it melt.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Whisk in the chicken broth and scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Bring to a boil and let cook for 2 minutes, or until reduced. Whisk frequently.
- Drizzle sauce over chicken thighs.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Spice Rub inspired by AllRecipes
If you can't find Cajun Seasoning, use a mix of chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 245mg | Sodium: 893mg | Potassium: 599mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 774IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg
