Acadian Chicken

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Cajun

A savory chicken dish featuring tender breasts cooked in a flavorful broth with vegetables and creamy cheese, perfect for comforting family dinners or special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts, skinned
  • 2 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
  • 4 Tbsp. butter
  • 3 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 3 c. boiling water
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tsp. dried onion flakes
  • 1 lb. carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 (3 oz.) pkg. soft cream cheese
  • 1 c. sour cream
  • 3 Tbsp. finely chopped green pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped green onion
  • 2 Tbsp. sliced pimiento
  • 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 tsp. hot pepper sauce

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle chicken on both sides with 1 1/4 teaspoons of salt and pepper.
  2. In a large heavy skillet, cook chicken breasts in melted butter over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides. Remove and place in a large shallow baking pan.
  3. In a saucepan, dissolve the chicken bouillon cubes in boiling water.
  4. Pour half of the broth over the chicken in the baking pan.
  5. Sprinkle the chicken with lemon juice and dried onion flakes.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour or until the chicken is tender.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

717 kcal 36% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 22.3g 45% DV
Total Fat 44.4g 57% DV
Carbs 64.3g 23% DV
Fiber 14.8g 53% DV
Sugar 18.6g 37% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 11046.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1688.3mg 36% DV
Cholesterol 143mg 48% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1021mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 35.2mg 39% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 313.8mg 24% DV
Iron 7mg 39% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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