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Cajun BBQ Chicken

YIELDS: 4

PREP TIME: 0 HOURS 25 MINS

TOTAL TIME: 0 HOURS 25 MINS

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 lb. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
• 2 tsp. Cajun seasoning, divided
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp. butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 c. barbecue sauce
• 1/4 c. beer
• 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• Juice of 1 lime
• pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
• Dash of hot sauce
• 1/4 c. Sliced green onions
• Cooked rice, for serving

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Season both sides of chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, oregano, salt and pepper.
2. Add chicken to skillet and cook until both sides are golden, 6 to 8 minutes per side. Remove chicken from heat.
3. To the same skillet, melt butter, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add barbecue sauce, beer, Worcestershire, lime juice, red pepper flakes, remaining teaspoon Cajun seasoning, and hot sauce.
4. Bring mixture to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Add chicken back to skillet and let simmer for another 3 to 5 minutes.
5. Garnish chicken with green onions and serve over rice.

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