Pan-Seared Cajun Chicken with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

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Seasoned with bold Cajun spices, pan-seared to a golden crust, served with a vibrant roasted red pepper sauce. This American-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, Cajun seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 35 min Serves 2 American cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Slice 2 medium red bell peppers into quarters, remove seeds, and place on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes until skins are charred and peppers are soft.
  2. Step 2: While peppers roast, pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and rub evenly with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until a dark golden crust forms and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and keep warm.
  4. Step 4: In a blender, combine the roasted red peppers, 3 cloves peeled garlic, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  5. Step 5: Pour the red pepper sauce back into the skillet and warm over medium heat for 2 minutes until fragrant and heated through.
  6. Step 6: Serve the Cajun chicken breasts topped with the roasted red pepper sauce.

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