Pan-Seared Chicken with Cajun Butter and Sauteed Okra

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-15 · Updated 2026-07-15

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Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts topped with a spicy Cajun butter sauce, served alongside tender sautéed okra for a taste of Southern comfort. This Southern American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, unsalted butter 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: 20 min Serves 4 Southern American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
12 oz okra, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and rub each with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning evenly on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken breasts. Sear for 5-6 minutes per side until a deep golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken and keep warm.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 4 tbsp unsalted butter to the skillet, stirring until melted and foaming. Add 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and stir to combine into a Cajun butter sauce.
Step 4: Add 12 oz sliced okra and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until okra is tender and slightly browned.
Step 5: Season okra with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, toss well, then serve the chicken topped with the Cajun butter sauce alongside the sautéed okra.