Description
Indulge in a comforting Southern favorite with this Cajun Chicken and Cheesy Grits recipe. Tender, seasoned chicken pairs perfectly with creamy, cheesy grits for a delicious meal that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
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Cajun Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons canola oil (or vegetable oil)
Cheesy Grits:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup stone ground grits (not instant)
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Hot sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- Cajun Chicken – Carefully slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Season with salt and pepper. Bread the chicken by dipping in egg, then coating with a mixture of bread crumbs, Cajun seasoning, and garlic powder. Fry in oil until golden brown.
- Cheesy Grits – In a saucepan, simmer milk, chicken broth, and salt. Whisk in grits and cook until creamy. Stir in pepper, butter, and cheese until melted. Serve grits topped with sliced chicken and hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken, Cheesy Grits, Southern Cuisine, Comfort Food
