Heart-Healthy Cajun Chicken Pieces

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these bold and flavorful Heart-Healthy Cajun Chicken Pieces! This quick and easy recipe features tender, bite-sized morsels of skinless, boneless chicken breast perfectly seasoned with a homemade Cajun spice blend of paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper for a kick of heat. Lightly sautéed in heart-smart olive oil and finished with a refreshing squeeze of fresh lemon juice, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and total cooking time under 30 minutes, it’s the perfect choice for busy households seeking healthy, high-protein meals. Garnished with fragrant chopped parsley, these Cajun chicken pieces pair beautifully with steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete, guilt-free dinner option that’s packed with flavor. Ideal for anyone looking to enjoy wholesome, low-fat Cajun cooking at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Skinless, boneless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the skinless, boneless chicken breast into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt (if using) to create the Cajun spice mixture.

Step 3

Place the chicken pieces in a medium-sized bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Sprinkle the Cajun spice mixture over the chicken pieces. Ensure each piece is thoroughly coated by tossing them gently with your hands or a spoon.

Step 5

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces in a single layer.

Step 6

Cook the chicken for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until it is browned on all sides and fully cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken pieces. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 8

Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve the Heart-Healthy Cajun Chicken Pieces with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(516.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	914.5

Total Fat 31.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 2554.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.0g
Protein 142.5g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 125.8mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 1477.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 64.4%

Carbs: 4.0%