Seared Cajun-Spiced Chicken with Hot Honey Glaze

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Pan-seared chicken breast coated in bold Cajun spices and finished with a sticky hot honey glaze that balances heat and sweetness. This American-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free, high protein), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs 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 350 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: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and rub evenly with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning on all sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until deep golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to low and add 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp hot sauce, 1 tbsp butter, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to the skillet. Spoon the hot honey glaze over the chicken continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken beautifully.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

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