Cajun Chicken Ragout

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, combine the flour and Cajun seasoning.
2. Dredge the chicken cubes in the flour mixture and shake off any excess.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, celery, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Stir in the cream and parsley. Simmer for 10 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
7. Serve over cooked rice.

Interesting Facts

• Cajun seasoning typically combines garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
• Ragout is a type of stew that is typically made with meat and vegetables.
• The origin of the word "ragout" is French, and it literally translates to "reheat".