Dinner: Creamy Cajun chicken

Delicious Southern chicken dish that's terrific with pasta.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 25 mins

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Chicken Breast

Health benefits of Creamy Cajun chicken

Skinless chicken breast, often heralded for its lean nutritional profile, is undeniably a powerhouse when it comes to protein content. With an impressive 21 grams of protein packed into every 100 grams of the breast, it emerges as a preferred choice for those conscious about their protein intake. Delving deeper into the nutritional matrix of chicken, one can't overlook the copious amounts of vitamin B6 it houses. This particular vitamin plays an indispensable role in our body, especially when discussing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) management.

For individuals grappling with PCOS, the internal hormonal turbulence can be overwhelming, often leading to a spike in testosterone and androgen levels. This is where vitamin B6 comes into the spotlight. Acting as a balancer, vitamin B6 diligently works behind the scenes to keep these hormones in check, ensuring they don't surge beyond desirable levels. It is this equilibrium that becomes paramount for those earnestly looking to curtail the excessive flow of testosterone and androgen. In the broader spectrum of PCOS management, incorporating foods rich in vitamin B6, like chicken breast, can be a strategic move, providing both nutritional sustenance and hormonal balance.

Ingredients

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup chopped or sliced tomato
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsps butter
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp leaves dried oregano
1 1/4 tsps paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cayenne
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp thyme
2 tbsps olive oil
2 cups chicken broth
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 medium green pepper
1 small red pepper

Instructions

1. Mix garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, black pepper, cayenne and salt. This creates the Cajun spice.

2. Chop tomato, set aside. Chop peppers, onion and mince garlic. Cut chicken into bite size pieces.

3. Add butter and olive oil to heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken liberally with Cajun spice.

4. Add half of chicken and cook 2 minutes letting chicken sit, do not stir. Turn and cook the other side 2 minutes. Remove to a plate and repeat with remaining chicken, then adding to plate.

5. Add peppers and onion and cook until they get a little color on them, 4 to 5 minutes.

6. Add tomatoes and garlic cook 2 to 3 minutes. Remove veggies to a plate.

7. Add chicken stock and cook until it reduces a little. Add heavy cream and stir to combine.

8. Add chicken and veggies back to skillet stirring to combine.

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