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Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken Recipe

Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken Recipe for Effortless Comfort

This Crockpot Cajun Butter Chicken recipe delivers tender, shredded chicken in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or chicken thighs for added moisture
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Chopped Onion or shallots for a milder taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced) fresh garlic is preferable
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust cayenne pepper for less heat if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika works in a pinch
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to dietary needs
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground recommended
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium or vegetable broth can be used
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half and half for a lighter alternative
For Garnish
  • 0.25 cups Fresh Parsley (Chopped) for color and freshness

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Generously season the chicken with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Place in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet, sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Pour the sautéed onion and garlic mixture over the chicken, sprinkle with smoked paprika and oregano, and add chicken broth.
  4. Cover and slow cook on low for 6 hours until chicken is tender.
  5. Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and let it heat on low for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Serve over rice or pasta and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust spice level to personal preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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