2. Bake the Chicken:
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
3. Make the Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce:
- In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
- Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Cajun seasoning. Stir well and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Finish and Serve:
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven.
- Spoon the garlic lemon butter sauce over the chicken breasts.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve the Cajun Chicken with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce over rice, pasta, or with your favorite side dishes.
This dish offers a perfect balance of spicy Cajun flavors and the richness of the garlic lemon butter sauce. It’s a quick and tasty recipe that’s sure to be a hit at the dinner table.