Blackjack-Inspired Spicy Cajun Chicken Skillet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

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A bold skillet chicken dish seasoned with Cajun spices and fresh vegetables, delivering a warm, spicy flavor reminiscent of a lively casino night. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, Cajun seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 medium, diced red bell pepper
1 small, diced yellow onion
3, minced garlic cloves
1 cup, canned diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat dry 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 diced medium red bell pepper and 1 small diced yellow onion. Sauté for 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 cup canned diced tomatoes and 1/2 cup chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it. Cook together for 2 more minutes to meld flavors. Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.