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 freshly ground black 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
- Make the seasoning. In a shallow plate or shallow bowl, combine Cajun seasoning with brown sugar, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper; mix to combine.
- Season the chicken. Rub the seasoning all around the chicken thighs.
- Cook. Set a large skillet over medium heat; add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to heat up. Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the hot oil, smooth side down, and cook the thighs for 6 minutes.
- Continue to cook. Flip over the chicken thighs 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.
- Make the pan sauce. Return the skillet to the stove and set it over medium heat. Add the remaining butter to the skillet and let it melt. Stir in the garlic and cook for 20 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.
- Serve. Drizzle the pan sauce over the 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
