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Cajun Garlic Chicken Bites

Cajun Garlic Chicken Bites

Creamy Cajun Garlic Chicken Bites ready in 20 minutes! Tender chicken, egg noodles & a spicy garlic butter sauce. A quick, flavorful family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 breasts boneless, skinless chicken cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 oz cafeteria-style egg noodles
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook cafeteria noodles according to package directions until tender but al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Pat chicken dry, season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then toss in a bowl.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat, then add seasoned chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the browned bits from the pan.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, allowing it to simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Turn heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then return chicken and add the cooked noodles. Toss everything together to coat.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish keeps well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days; just add a splash of broth or milk when reheating to restore creaminess.
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