Meal Prep- Cajun Honey Chicken Recipe

Name: Meal Prep- Cajun Honey Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced; 4 orange slices, cut in half; 4 lime wedges, for garnish (optional); 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish (optional); 1/3 cup honey; 1/3 cup orange juice (fresh is best if possible); 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons coarse Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon yellow mustard; 3/4 tablespoon cajun seasoning; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced
4 orange slices, cut in half
4 lime wedges, for garnish (optional)
2 green onions, sliced, for garnish (optional)
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup orange juice (fresh is best if possible)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons coarse Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
3/4 tablespoon cajun seasoning
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1
1. Trim chicken breasts of fat, and slice into strips to resemble chicken tenders.
2
Add marinade ingredients to a zip-top plastic bag and whisk to combine. Add chicken to bag, and seal, pressing out any excess air. Smoosh the bag around a bit to make sure all the chicken pieces are coated in the marinade. Place bag on a plate and refrigerate up to 8 hours.
3
Pour entire contents of the bag into a large skillet and heat over MED-HIGH heat until the mixture comes to a bubble. Reduce heat to MED-LOW and simmer, uncovered, for about 25-30 minutes, until most of the liquid cooks off, leaving a loose glaze.
4
The last 5 minutes or so, add in the sliced bell pepper, jalapeno and orange slices and let them cook in the glaze.
5
Remove chicken, veggies and oranges to a plate. Serve over rice, quinoa, or as is for a low carb option. If desired, garnish with sliced green onions, minced parsley, and a lime wedge.

670

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced, 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced, 4 orange slices, cut in half, and more.

Yes, Meal Prep- Cajun Honey Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Meal Prep- Cajun Honey Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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